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W388 NLK

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

79,392 mi
Last recorded79,392 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 NLK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 79,392 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 79,392 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 76,187 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 76,187 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 72,280 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 69,826 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 69,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 67,272 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 67,272 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 64,459 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 59,360 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 54,839 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 49,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs are worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 49,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake discs are worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 44,132 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 38,058 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 30,379 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 20,424 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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W388 NLK is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 W388 NLK, 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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W388 NLK is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 July 2000.

Is W388 NLK safe to buy?

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