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W42 PBY

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,314 mi
Last recorded85,314 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW42 PBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2016 85,314 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill marked (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill marked (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill marked (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill marked (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2015 78,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre worn

Pass 21 Feb 2014 73,179 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2014 72,971 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2013 67,608 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

reverse light not working

Pass 13 Feb 2012 62,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2012 62,564 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2011 56,894 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 50,082 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 50,079 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 42,819 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 42,819 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 34,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,890 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 25,000 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 22,917 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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W42 PBY is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 W42 PBY, 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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W42 PBY is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W42 PBY safe to buy?

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