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W271 VNW

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

60,405 mi
Last recorded60,405 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW271 VNW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 60,405 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

nearside and offside front under sill sections slightly corroded.

Fail 6 Apr 2017 60,248 miles

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)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

heatshield above front exhaust rattling.

nearside and offside front under sill sections slightly corroded.

Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,226 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,006 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 28,953 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)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 19,036 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 18,222 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 18,150 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 17,979 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,979 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 17,775 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 17,556 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 17,556 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,317 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 17,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 16,924 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 16,300 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 16,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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W271 VNW 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 W271 VNW, 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 W271 VNW registered?

W271 VNW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W271 VNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W271 VNW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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