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W486 AFC

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

92,652 mi
Last recorded92,652 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW486 AFC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 92,652 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 85,887 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 85,886 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 79,164 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 79,164 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)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 72,615 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 68,944 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 68,944 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 60,076 miles

front tyres worn on edges

nsf tyre cut no cords showing

Fail 20 Sep 2012 60,076 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front tyres worn on edges

nsf tyre cut no cords showing

Pass 27 Sep 2011 51,343 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 51,342 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 48,705 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 48,704 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 45,799 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 42,454 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 42,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 37,607 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 32,501 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 27,466 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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W486 AFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 W486 AFC, 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 W486 AFC registered?

W486 AFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W486 AFC safe to buy?

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