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W251 VGS

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,652 mi
Last recorded85,652 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW251 VGS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 85,652 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 85,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 76,661 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 67,190 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 66,880 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2010 55,342 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2010 53,432 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2010 53,432 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 38,158 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 38,158 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 30,471 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 30,462 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 22,412 miles

BATTTERY CAP MISSING

Fail 6 Feb 2006 18,441 miles

Advice rear number plate peeling

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 18,441 miles

Advice rear number plate peeling

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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W251 VGS is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W251 VGS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W251 VGS registered?

W251 VGS is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W251 VGS safe to buy?

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