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W493 NFJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,717 mi
Last recorded112,717 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 NFJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 112,717 miles

Exhaust mount broken (catalyic converter)

Front lower cross member slightly corroded not affecting test items

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 May 2013 112,706 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust mount broken (catalyic converter)

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

Front lower cross member slightly corroded not affecting test items

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 96,073 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front crossmember corroding

Pass 12 May 2011 82,004 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 76,168 miles

O/S/R tyre cracking

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 May 2009 71,331 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 71,331 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 61,310 miles

rear tyres perrished.o/s/r screw in tread

Pass 17 May 2007 53,139 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 47,877 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2005 42,307 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 NFJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 NFJ, 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 W493 NFJ registered?

W493 NFJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 June 2000.

Is W493 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W493 NFJ shows 11 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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