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W438 UEN

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,049 mi
Last recorded33,049 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW438 UEN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 33,049 miles

Nearside front tyre cracked and perished

Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,575 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 30,196 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 28,780 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 26,967 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 26,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,161 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 24,602 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 24,602 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2009 22,851 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 22,851 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 20,848 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 20,848 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 19,039 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 17,099 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 17,099 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 14,610 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 14,610 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in tyre

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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W438 UEN is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W438 UEN, 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 W438 UEN registered?

W438 UEN is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W438 UEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W438 UEN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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