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W291 UAC

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

152,115 mi
Last recorded152,115 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW291 UAC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 152,115 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion x member (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Mar 2018 152,115 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion x member (6.1.B.2)

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)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Mar 2017 145,968 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 145,968 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 139,676 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 139,676 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 132,801 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 126,158 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 120,082 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 120,082 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 112,011 miles

front discs rusted

Pass 9 Mar 2011 104,574 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discsrusted

Fail 8 Mar 2011 104,573 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discsrusted

Pass 8 Mar 2010 96,304 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 88,727 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 81,515 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2007 72,157 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 64,019 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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W291 UAC is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 W291 UAC, 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 W291 UAC registered?

W291 UAC is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W291 UAC safe to buy?

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