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W261 XUB

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,795 mi
Last recorded71,795 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW261 XUB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 71,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion behind bumper (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion behind bumper (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

rear axle corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2017 68,961 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking

Fail 14 Mar 2017 68,960 miles

Emissions not tested tailbox blowing excessively (7.3.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Pass 18 Mar 2016 66,617 miles

Nearside Rear floor corroded

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack

Offside Front floor corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2016 66,615 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front pipe (7.1.1)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded panal (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear floor corroded

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack

Offside Front floor corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2015 64,463 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 64,461 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 62,005 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 62,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 57,105 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 53,169 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 49,049 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 45,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 45,618 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 42,375 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 38,956 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 36,408 miles

both rear tyres split and perishing

Pass 10 Mar 2006 34,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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W261 XUB is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 W261 XUB, 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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W261 XUB is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W261 XUB safe to buy?

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