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W259 OCU

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

54,172 mi
Last recorded54,172 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW259 OCU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 54,172 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 48,492 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

underbody corroded and undersealed

Fail 30 May 2023 48,491 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

underbody corroded and undersealed

Pass 9 Jun 2022 48,329 miles

N/s/f and o/s/f brakes are slightly binding

Fail 7 Jun 2022 48,329 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r axle is corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

N/s/f and o/s/f brakes are slightly binding

Pass 1 Jun 2021 46,536 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Underside and multiple components undersealed/protected

Pass 18 May 2020 44,438 miles

Nearside Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 44,238 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 44,229 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch, marker with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle, bottom shocker mounting, marker with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill, marker with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch, marker with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 43,843 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective loose / insecure (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 43,838 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded lsv to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

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 Headlamp aim not tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective loose / insecure (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 43,484 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 43,480 miles

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill at rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,585 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 42,583 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear footbrake low effort

Pass 29 May 2014 41,981 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 41,308 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 41,012 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 40,311 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,301 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,444 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 37,254 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 35,347 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 32,912 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 32,912 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2005 28,687 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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W259 OCU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 W259 OCU, 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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W259 OCU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W259 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W259 OCU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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