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W281 SLD

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

43,462 mi
Last recorded43,462 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW281 SLD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 43,462 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 36,718 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 36,718 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 30,880 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,051 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 126,677 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 126,677 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 104,753 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 104,753 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 83,379 miles

Engine misfire

Oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2011 83,379 miles

Engine misfire

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2010 64,910 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 58,227 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 56,808 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 45,144 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 45,144 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 29,923 miles

nail in tyre

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 SLD is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W281 SLD, 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 W281 SLD registered?

W281 SLD is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W281 SLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W281 SLD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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