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W494 XFC

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,970 mi
Last recorded70,970 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW494 XFC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 70,970 miles

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

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

both rear ryres perished/cracking

Fail 8 Dec 2017 70,970 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

both rear ryres perished/cracking

Pass 16 Dec 2016 62,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 57,737 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 52,227 miles

both cv boots heavily perished

Pass 24 Dec 2013 44,855 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

osf hub cap missing

Fail 24 Dec 2013 44,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

osf hub cap missing

Pass 9 Jul 2012 37,307 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 32,633 miles

Offside rear brake performance lower than Nearside rear for any given pedal pressure

Fail 8 Jul 2011 32,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake performance lower than Nearside rear for any given pedal pressure

Pass 28 Jun 2010 27,555 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 24,987 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 23,042 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,111 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 19,222 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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W494 XFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W494 XFC, 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 W494 XFC registered?

W494 XFC is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W494 XFC safe to buy?

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