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W285 PGA

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,337 mi
Last recorded87,337 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2008
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 PGA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2008 87,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 87,337 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 82,408 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 81,538 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 75,286 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 PGA is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PGA, 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 PGA registered?

W285 PGA is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W285 PGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W285 PGA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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