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W231 HKU

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,105 mi
Last recorded43,105 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 HKU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 43,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tyres perishing

Fail 27 Mar 2017 43,105 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tyres perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2016 38,850 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 38,801 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 33,955 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

all rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2014 30,435 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 25 Mar 2014 30,434 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 26 Mar 2013 26,696 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 26,696 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,792 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,522 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,761 miles

offside rear and nearside front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 12,737 miles

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

offside front tyre cracking in tread and nail in tread

Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,637 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,343 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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W231 HKU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W231 HKU, 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 W231 HKU registered?

W231 HKU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 June 2000.

Is W231 HKU safe to buy?

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