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W38 DKF

2000 Nissan Micra

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,360 mi
Last recorded159,360 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW38 DKF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 159,360 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 156,172 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 143,294 miles

Both outer c.v boots splitting

Fail 5 Jan 2010 143,294 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both outer c.v boots splitting

Pass 9 Jan 2009 12,737 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 12,737 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 103,313 miles

Beams just within spec

Hole in N/S of lower cross member

N/S outer cv boot cracking

Slight roughness in both front wheel bearings

Pass 1 Mar 2007 74,974 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 67,918 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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W38 DKF is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W38 DKF, 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 W38 DKF registered?

W38 DKF is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W38 DKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W38 DKF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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