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W297 WHD

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

82,117 mi
Last recorded82,117 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW297 WHD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 82,117 miles

offside front tyre worn close to the limit on the inner edge

Fail 16 Mar 2016 82,111 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (from front joiner to limit valve) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (from front joiner to limit valve (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

offside front tyre worn close to the limit on the inner edge

Pass 20 Mar 2015 77,489 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Mar 2015 77,489 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2014 72,016 miles

offside outer c.v boot deteriorating

Fail 13 Mar 2014 72,010 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside outer c.v boot deteriorating

Pass 19 Mar 2013 67,173 miles

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

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate outer sidewall to tread area

Fail 14 Mar 2013 67,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate outer sidewall to tread area

Pass 22 Mar 2012 63,173 miles

both outer c.v boots starting to deteriorate

Fail 22 Mar 2012 63,173 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both outer c.v boots starting to deteriorate

Pass 18 Mar 2011 59,253 miles

both front tyres worn to the legal limit on the edges

Pass 15 Mar 2010 55,881 miles

parts of the exhaust deteriorating

Pass 9 Mar 2009 52,270 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 52,263 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 48,409 miles

nearside rear brake pipe to flexy starting to corrode

Pass 19 Mar 2007 42,903 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 42,903 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 37,570 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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W297 WHD is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 W297 WHD, 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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W297 WHD is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2000.

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