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W343 VCW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

81,764 mi
Last recorded81,764 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW343 VCW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 81,764 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 81,764 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 79,190 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 79,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 72,633 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2012 72,633 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2011 64,977 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 64,975 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 60,251 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 54,302 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 48,136 miles

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

center rear stop light in op

Fail 14 Feb 2008 48,136 miles

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

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

center rear stop light in op

Pass 22 Jan 2007 41,057 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 35,149 miles

tyres walls are starting to crack and both front low

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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W343 VCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W343 VCW, 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 W343 VCW registered?

W343 VCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W343 VCW safe to buy?

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