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W454 PLH

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

58,998 mi
Last recorded58,998 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW454 PLH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 58,998 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2026 58,996 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2025 50,677 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 50,677 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 43,156 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 43,152 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 32,409 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 32,173 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 31,982 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 31,745 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 31,572 miles

both front and n/s/r tyres cracking

Fail 6 Aug 2019 31,572 miles

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

both front and n/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 30 Jul 2018 31,169 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,884 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 30,884 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 30,311 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 29,676 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 29,016 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 29,016 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 28,227 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 28,227 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 27,101 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 27,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 26,142 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 26,142 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 24,698 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 23,204 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 23,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 21,522 miles

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 1 Aug 2007 19,187 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 16,856 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 16,856 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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W454 PLH is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

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 W454 PLH, 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 W454 PLH registered?

W454 PLH is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W454 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W454 PLH shows 32 tests with a 65.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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