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W32 SBM

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,646 mi
Last recorded98,646 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW32 SBM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2018 98,646 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting ns sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nsr quarter (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nsr wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osf wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osr quarter (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsf wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear number plate faded but not likely to be misread

front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 9 Oct 2017 90,923 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 90,923 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle tie bar anchor point (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion outer sill area (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle tie bar anchor point (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 83,808 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 81,631 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 79,040 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 79,040 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,637 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 75,056 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 75,056 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 73,300 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 68,846 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 66,050 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 62,467 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 55,605 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 55,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 49,439 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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W32 SBM 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 70.6%.

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 W32 SBM, 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 W32 SBM registered?

W32 SBM is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

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