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W399 VNW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,709 mi
Last recorded82,709 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW399 VNW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2021 82,709 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end in wheel arch....... (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill....... (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end in wheel arch....... (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 64,327 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 48,982 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 48,982 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 47,776 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 47,776 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer and inner sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 46,744 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 46,744 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 45,196 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 45,196 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,426 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 41,919 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 41,904 miles

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Fail 7 Oct 2013 40,276 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 40,276 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 38,829 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 37,176 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 37,176 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 34,833 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 34,262 miles

osr brake pipes slightly corroding

slight bind osr brake

slight play in osf strut

Pass 30 Oct 2008 34,148 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 33,661 miles

front indicators pale †corrosion on main brake pipes

Fail 12 Apr 2007 33,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 31,604 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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W399 VNW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W399 VNW, 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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W399 VNW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 April 2000.

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