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W493 GAK

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,532 mi
Last recorded35,532 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 GAK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 35,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 34,235 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 32,291 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 30,094 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 28,399 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2022 28,399 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 26,901 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 25,866 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 23,385 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 23,385 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 19,804 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,433 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 15,211 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,294 miles

nearside and offside front tyres cracking

nearside rear tyre cracking

Fail 16 Apr 2014 12,284 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,284 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 11,474 miles

very slight perishing on all 4 tyres

Pass 26 Apr 2012 10,756 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 10,756 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 10,749 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 10,663 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 10,094 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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W493 GAK is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W493 GAK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W493 GAK registered?

W493 GAK is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W493 GAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W493 GAK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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