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W281 DKF

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

79,901 mi
Last recorded79,901 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW281 DKF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 79,901 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner wheel \inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 79,900 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner wheel \inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 67,582 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 62,252 miles

Offside Front Wiper Mech spindle has excessive wear that doesn't yet affect clearing of screen

Rear Brake Effiecency lower than expected against a simular vehicle

Fail 24 Oct 2016 62,233 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Sill Area has excessive Corrosion within 30cm of suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill has excessive corrosion within 30cm of suspension mounting and Jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Wiper Mech spindle has excessive wear that doesn't yet affect clearing of screen

Rear Brake Effiecency lower than expected against a simular vehicle

Pass 27 Oct 2015 59,070 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 59,070 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 56,682 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 56,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 54,085 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 51,051 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 51,051 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 47,745 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 47,737 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 43,197 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 43,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 38,709 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 33,740 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 29,991 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 29,991 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,958 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 23,046 miles

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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W281 DKF is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 W281 DKF, 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 W281 DKF registered?

W281 DKF is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 April 2000.

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