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W485 NLB

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

116,551 mi
Last recorded116,551 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW485 NLB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 116,551 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s+o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (3.5.1i)

exhaust corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2016 116,551 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s+o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (3.5.1i)

exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2015 108,697 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s+o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Front coil spring corroded n/s+o/s (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded n/s+o/s (2.4.C.1b)

centre exhaust corroded

n/s/rear tyre cracked

Fail 6 Sep 2015 108,697 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s+o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Front coil spring corroded n/s+o/s (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded n/s+o/s (2.4.C.1b)

centre exhaust corroded

n/s/rear tyre cracked

Pass 10 Sep 2014 99,586 miles

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

n/s/rear tyre cracked in tread

Fail 10 Sep 2014 99,586 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

n/s/rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 11 Sep 2013 95,368 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 10 Sep 2013 95,368 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 89,889 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2012 89,881 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 83,336 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 83,336 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2010 75,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 75,123 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 68,643 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 65,648 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 60,007 miles

both front wipers split at edges slgihtly

exhaust corroded

front discs corroded and worn

front pads wearing low

Pass 13 Sep 2006 47,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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W485 NLB 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 61.1%.

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 W485 NLB, 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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W485 NLB is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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