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W381 VCW

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

62,237 mi
Last recorded62,237 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW381 VCW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2019 62,237 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 60,793 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 58,726 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 56,434 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 56,434 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 52,265 miles

o/s/f tyre worn edges

Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,392 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,987 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 40,987 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front disc and pads in poor condition

Pass 11 Apr 2012 35,752 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,976 miles

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

corrosion front inner disc faces

Pass 18 Mar 2010 24,245 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 20,731 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 17,388 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 15,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,659 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,506 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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W381 VCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W381 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 W381 VCW registered?

W381 VCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W381 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W381 VCW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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