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W397 WTW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,471 mi
Last recorded85,471 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 WTW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 85,471 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 82,376 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 79,072 miles

front cross member is corroding

Pass 18 Jun 2012 72,665 miles

front crossmember is corroding

Pass 13 Jun 2011 67,391 miles

front tyres close to the legal limit and nearside rear tyre has cracks on sidewall

Fail 13 Jun 2011 67,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres close to the legal limit and nearside rear tyre has cracks on sidewall

Pass 21 Jun 2010 59,493 miles

off side wiper wearing/both sides front pads and discs wearing/front crossmember corroding

Fail 23 Jun 2009 40,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both sides front pads wearing low/near side cv boot cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2009 40,743 miles

both sides front pads wearing low/near side cv boot cracking

Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,157 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 32,157 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 31,231 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 31,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 29,905 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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W397 WTW 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 71.4%.

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 W397 WTW, 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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What year was W397 WTW registered?

W397 WTW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 June 2000.

Is W397 WTW safe to buy?

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