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W461 PLH

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,159 mi
Last recorded75,159 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW461 PLH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 75,159 miles

Nearside Front N/S/F H/L LENS HAS A HOLE IN IT, NOT AFFECTING THE BEAM PATTERN

Rear REAR EXH SECTION RUSTY AND HAS A SMALL EXH BLOW

Pass 19 Aug 2014 73,884 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front roll bar link bushes starting to split and perish

small hole in nearside headlight

Pass 27 Aug 2013 72,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 70,641 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 70,641 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 67,960 miles

all tyres cracked and perished on side wall and tread areas

small hole in nearside headlight beam pattern not effected

Pass 9 Aug 2010 65,013 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 65,013 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 62,022 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 56,748 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 51,612 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 51,612 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 46,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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W461 PLH is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W461 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W461 PLH registered?

W461 PLH is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W461 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W461 PLH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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