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W497 NAU

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,001 mi
Last recorded31,001 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 NAU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2022 31,001 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch - front section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch rear section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch - front section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch - rear section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis to still (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s/f outer cv boot is weeping grease

nail in o/s/f tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2021 30,548 miles

all four tyres are perishing slightly in the treads

corrosion to chassis

Fail 24 Jul 2021 30,548 miles

Nearside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

all four tyres are perishing slightly in the treads

corrosion to chassis

Pass 22 Jul 2020 30,076 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 30,076 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 29,663 miles

corrosion to front crossmember

corrosion to rear axle and components

Pass 28 Jul 2018 28,761 miles

Nearside Front cross member corroded and holed

corrosion to front springs rear axle and floor areas

Pass 21 Jul 2017 27,266 miles

Front cross member corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2016 26,120 miles

both front aint roll bar bushes are perished

both front tyres are cracked and perished

front and rear coil springs are corroded

front cross member has some corrosion

offside rear brake pipe is slightly corroded

rear registration is slightly deteriorated

under vehicle has some corrosion

Fail 25 Jul 2016 26,120 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front aint roll bar bushes are perished

both front tyres are cracked and perished

front and rear coil springs are corroded

front cross member has some corrosion

offside rear brake pipe is slightly corroded

rear registration is slightly deteriorated

under vehicle has some corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2015 24,849 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 23,399 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 21,617 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,552 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 19,124 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 19,124 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 17,627 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 16,425 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2008 14,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear wiper poor at clearing screen

Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,711 miles

rear wiper poor at clearing screen

Pass 2 Aug 2007 12,695 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,127 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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W497 NAU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 W497 NAU, 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 W497 NAU registered?

W497 NAU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W497 NAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W497 NAU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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