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W491 SGX

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,225 mi
Last recorded62,225 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 SGX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 62,225 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 62,198 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play may be hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 49,429 miles

Front number plate damaged.

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine oil level very high.

Fail 2 Jul 2018 49,412 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. N/SF 145/80R13 75T O/SF 165/60R14 75T (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 145/80R13 75Q (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. O/SR 145/80R13 75Q N/SR 165/60R14 75T (5.2.3 (b))

Front number plate damaged.

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine oil level very high.

Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,038 miles

both front outer c/v gaiters borderline pass need replacing now

engine oil overfilled

front numberplate damage

Pass 9 Jul 2016 33,235 miles

front brake discs condition

Pass 18 Jul 2015 31,979 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 30,907 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 30,000 miles

f noplate condition

Pass 13 Jul 2012 28,947 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 27,698 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 26,370 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 25,300 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,876 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 21,158 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 18,800 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 16,709 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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W491 SGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 W491 SGX, 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 W491 SGX registered?

W491 SGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W491 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 SGX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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