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W285 JKU

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,699 mi
Last recorded93,699 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 JKU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 93,699 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 93,695 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 77,551 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 77,551 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 58,655 miles

Body has slight corrosion Under Vehicle. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 57,724 miles

alternator belt perished

Fail 8 Mar 2017 57,713 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

alternator belt perished

Pass 10 Feb 2016 55,895 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 55,893 miles

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 54,143 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 51,466 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 49,174 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 46,215 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,662 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

offside rear tyre sidewall cracked

Fail 22 Feb 2011 43,662 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

offside rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2010 42,041 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 39,549 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 35,037 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 30,612 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 27,122 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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W285 JKU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W285 JKU, 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 W285 JKU registered?

W285 JKU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W285 JKU safe to buy?

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