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W288 KVV

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

91,184 mi
Last recorded91,184 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW288 KVV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 91,184 miles

both rear tyres have signs of cracking and ageing

noise is from n/s outer c.v joint no play in test recommend replacement soon

taped repair to n/s/r lamp, meets requirements at time of test

Fail 31 May 2014 91,147 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

binding to o/s/r wheel, borderline pass

both rear tyres have signs of cracking and ageing

n/s/f washer jet blocked, o/s/f washer meeting requirements at time of test

noise heard when driving car onto ramp, suspect cv noise, recommend further investigation

taped repair to n/s/r lamp, meets requirements at time of test

Fail 25 May 2013 84,426 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cracking ageing both rear tyres o/s poor

front washers lazy

Pass 25 May 2013 84,426 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cracking ageing both rear tyres o/s poor

front washers lazy

Pass 2 Jun 2012 76,719 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2012 76,716 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 68,905 miles

o/s/f tyre wall poor has been underinflated recommend replacement

signs of cracking n/s/f tyre tread recommend replacement soon

Fail 1 Jun 2011 68,905 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/f tyre wall poor has been underinflated recommend replacement

signs of cracking n/s/f tyre tread recommend replacement soon

Fail 29 May 2010 62,567 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight cracking aux belt

slight cracking o/s/r tyre

Pass 29 May 2010 62,567 miles

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

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

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

slight cracking aux belt

slight cracking o/s/r tyre

Pass 29 May 2009 55,841 miles

n/s/f washer jet slightly blocked

o/sa/f tyre wearing very badly outer edge will need replacing very soon

Fail 29 May 2009 55,841 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f washer jet slightly blocked

o/sa/f tyre wearing very badly outer edge will need replacing very soon

Fail 1 Jun 2008 47,429 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

aux belt aging

o/s/f and o/s/r tyre wall poor

washers slightly blocked

Pass 1 Jun 2008 47,429 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

aux belt aging

o/s/f and o/s/r tyre wall poor

washers slightly blocked

Pass 1 Jun 2007 40,048 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 40,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2006 35,555 miles

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

front and rear number plates just acceptable at time of test

non obligatory mirror damaged

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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W288 KVV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 W288 KVV, 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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W288 KVV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 April 2000.

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