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W237 VNH

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,909 mi
Last recorded85,909 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW237 VNH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 85,909 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive under (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 80,894 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 80,887 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 78,629 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion present undervehicle in parts

exhaust heat shield corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2022 78,628 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion present undervehicle in parts

exhaust heat shield corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2021 72,930 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust sheild corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2021 72,930 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust sheild corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2020 65,952 miles

Rear tyres cracking on tread slightly

exhaust heat sheild corroded loose

Fail 28 Sep 2020 65,951 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear tyres cracking on tread slightly

exhaust heat sheild corroded loose

Pass 17 Jun 2019 60,370 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 60,370 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 58,133 miles

oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2018 58,129 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to exhaust back box (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both side inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2017 56,493 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 53,538 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,957 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 49,957 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front outer cv boots in poor condition

oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2014 45,866 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 41,229 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 38,557 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,717 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,821 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,882 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 20,169 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 14,339 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 9,924 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 8,149 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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W237 VNH is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W237 VNH, 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 W237 VNH registered?

W237 VNH is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W237 VNH safe to buy?

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