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W317 MES

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,428 mi
Last recorded92,428 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW317 MES
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 92,428 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 92,428 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 80,001 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 68,796 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 68,665 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2008 54,432 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 54,432 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 41,167 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 31,879 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 31,879 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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W317 MES is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W317 MES, 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 W317 MES registered?

W317 MES is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 March 2000.

Is W317 MES safe to buy?

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