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W197 WKJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

40,042 mi
Last recorded40,042 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 WKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 40,042 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2026 40,050 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 38,329 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 36,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Aug 2024 36,176 miles

Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ON BOTH SIDES FRONT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 34,088 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 33,411 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 32,890 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 32,350 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 31,405 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 30,390 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 29,092 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 27,797 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 26,572 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 26,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 25,596 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 25,148 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 24,631 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 24,160 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 23,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2008 23,196 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 22,978 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 22,520 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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W197 WKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2000 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 55,993 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W197 WKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W197 WKJ registered?

W197 WKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W197 WKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 WKJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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