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W487 RGX

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

131,535 mi
Last recorded131,535 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 RGX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 131,535 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 128,429 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 128,428 miles

Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

rear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 125,014 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 125,014 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 122,303 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 120,103 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 118,392 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 116,719 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 115,131 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 112,994 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 110,918 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 108,633 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 108,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 104,530 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 95,716 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 95,716 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 91,316 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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W487 RGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W487 RGX, 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 W487 RGX registered?

W487 RGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W487 RGX safe to buy?

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