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W489 VHD

2000 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,586 mi
Last recorded50,586 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 VHD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2016 50,586 miles

Axle beam modified and seriously weakened rotten at o\s (2.4.A.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

slight rot at ns rear

Pass 21 Apr 2015 47,896 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 47,892 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 43,966 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 40,630 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,393 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,138 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 31,702 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 28,969 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 26,084 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,084 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 22,643 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 19,263 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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W489 VHD is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,275cc 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 W489 VHD, 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 W489 VHD registered?

W489 VHD is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W489 VHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 VHD 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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