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W285 RKJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,603 mi
Last recorded52,603 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 RKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 52,603 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc face surface corroding/de-lamination of face surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc face surface corroding/de-lamination of face surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 52,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect moisture in headlight affecting beam pattern, layer of water collecting (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure plus 19 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc face surface corroding/de-lamination of face surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc face surface corroding/de-lamination of face surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing tread edges, plus 11 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 48,839 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 43,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 41,135 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 34,008 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 325,978 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 32,499 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 32,234 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 32,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 31,788 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 31,788 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 31,366 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 31,205 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2016 31,205 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,011 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 31,011 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 30,450 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 29,755 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,312 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 28,312 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)

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 26,374 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,374 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 23,894 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 21,047 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 18,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 18,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 15,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,365 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 12,365 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 RKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RKJ, 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 RKJ registered?

W285 RKJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

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