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W492 RGX

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,369 mi
Last recorded157,369 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW492 RGX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 157,369 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 156,555 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 142,404 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 142,404 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 130,673 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 126,795 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres and offside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

offside rear lamp damaged

Fail 11 Aug 2016 126,795 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Power steering pump drive system defective belt (2.3.6)

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

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

both front tyres and offside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

offside rear lamp damaged

Fail 11 Aug 2015 122,338 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 122,338 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 118,371 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 114,250 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 114,250 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 110,514 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch pedal rubber worn

front brake discs slightly worn

offside rear tyre low on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2011 105,566 miles

offside rear light lens slightly damaged

Fail 1 Jul 2010 100,583 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 100,583 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 95,904 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 91,722 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 91,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 86,763 miles

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

n/s/r wheel cylinder slightly damp

Pass 1 Jul 2006 81,211 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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W492 RGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W492 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 W492 RGX registered?

W492 RGX is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W492 RGX safe to buy?

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