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W238 NAD

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

135,529 mi
Last recorded135,529 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW238 NAD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 135,529 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 121,843 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 107,643 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 90,693 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 90,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 88,835 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 85,844 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s and n/s front tyre tread getting low.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 85,844 miles

o/s and n/s front tyre tread getting low.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 80,831 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 80,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 75,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 75,698 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2010 70,467 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 70,467 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2009 66,641 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 64,260 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 64,260 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 58,464 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 51,911 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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W238 NAD is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W238 NAD, 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 W238 NAD registered?

W238 NAD is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W238 NAD safe to buy?

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