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W289 HRS

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,098 mi
Last recorded37,098 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW289 HRS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 37,098 miles

Central Front front exhaust silencer corroded

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2025 36,916 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 36,655 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 36,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 36,115 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipe

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 35,906 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outter sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 35,906 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outter sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 35,662 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 35,406 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 35,192 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 35,192 miles

Offside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 34,716 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 34,716 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 34,357 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 34,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,944 miles

nearside front tyre perishing

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,367 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 11 Jun 2012 32,620 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,904 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 31,329 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 30,628 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,970 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 28,993 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 27,618 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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W289 HRS is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W289 HRS, 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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What year was W289 HRS registered?

W289 HRS is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W289 HRS safe to buy?

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