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W289 OAW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,573 mi
Last recorded82,573 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW289 OAW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2015 82,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 82,573 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 75,388 miles

o/s rear inner sill slight corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2013 75,388 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s rear inner sill slight corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2012 70,613 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 69,254 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 64,183 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 59,015 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 59,015 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 48,653 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 48,653 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 43,269 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 OAW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W289 OAW, 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 OAW registered?

W289 OAW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 March 2000.

Is W289 OAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W289 OAW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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