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W389 VJX

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,175 mi
Last recorded98,175 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW389 VJX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 98,175 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 97,964 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 89,173 miles

o/s/f headlight glass damaged

various brake pipes at rear slight corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,964 miles

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

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

front brake imbalance 24/25%

front tyres rub on inner plastic in full lock

n/s/r tyre damage to roar face

rear axle control bar bent

Pass 22 Mar 2010 62,130 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 55,710 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 50,248 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 46,050 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 41,973 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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W389 VJX is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W389 VJX, 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 W389 VJX registered?

W389 VJX is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W389 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W389 VJX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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