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W257 YFC

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,481 mi
Last recorded90,481 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 YFC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 90,481 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 85,582 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 85,582 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 79,052 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 72,495 miles

eml on

Pass 9 Aug 2011 66,384 miles

eml on

front brake pads low

front discs in poor condition

Pass 31 Jul 2010 59,445 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 52,816 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 45,577 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 45,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 38,375 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 30,932 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 27,156 miles

front brake pads worn thin

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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W257 YFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 W257 YFC, 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 W257 YFC registered?

W257 YFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 August 2000.

Is W257 YFC safe to buy?

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