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W478 UPU

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,589 mi
Last recorded88,589 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 UPU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 88,589 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 88,589 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 86,818 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 83,621 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 82,701 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 79,178 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 79,178 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 21 May 2011 74,433 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 74,433 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 71,325 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 65,821 miles

drivers door hinge worn slightly

front brake pads very low < recomend replacement >

offside front tyre worn slightly on outside edge

Pass 29 May 2008 59,088 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 54,962 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 54,962 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 50,077 miles

replace offside front 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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W478 UPU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W478 UPU, 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 W478 UPU registered?

W478 UPU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 May 2000.

Is W478 UPU safe to buy?

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