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W317 VAK

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,848 mi
Last recorded53,848 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW317 VAK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 53,848 miles

All brake pipes covered

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Both coil springs corroded

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 53,846 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

All brake pipes covered

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Both coil springs corroded

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 49,513 miles

all brake pipes greased

n/s outer sill coroding

o/s outer sill coroding

vechile under side /under sealed

Pass 7 Jul 2021 48,793 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

o/s outer sill coroding

vechile under side under sealed

Pass 10 Jul 2020 48,151 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 48,150 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 47,458 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion underside/ inner and outer sills weakening

Pass 26 Jun 2018 46,827 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion underside

Pass 20 Jun 2017 46,080 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,207 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 44,161 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 43,237 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 43,237 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 42,544 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 91,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 91,377 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 40,044 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 39,008 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 37,505 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 35,812 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 33,153 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 29,477 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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W317 VAK is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W317 VAK, 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 W317 VAK registered?

W317 VAK is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W317 VAK safe to buy?

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