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W298 YNO

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,906 mi
Last recorded116,906 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW298 YNO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 116,906 miles

purpose built rally car

Pass 31 May 2024 116,779 miles

purpose built rally car

Pass 28 Apr 2023 116,351 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 116,317 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Position lamp not working ALL INOPERATIVE (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension rod modified but not seriously weakened cross brace adjuster nuts loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 79,139 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2016 77,662 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 76,596 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 73,290 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 69,829 miles

Battery leaking acid

Fail 17 Jul 2013 69,829 miles

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

Battery leaking acid

Pass 27 Jul 2012 66,260 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 60,906 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 55,698 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 50,606 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 44,130 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 39,418 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 35,130 miles

nail in tyre

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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W298 YNO is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 W298 YNO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W298 YNO registered?

W298 YNO is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W298 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W298 YNO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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