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W497 VOK

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

80,779 mi
Last recorded80,779 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 VOK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 80,779 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 80,776 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Centre brake light not working

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

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2014 78,935 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 78,935 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 72,080 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 64,029 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 64,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 55,993 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 55,991 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 50,113 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 50,113 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 46,058 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 41,619 miles

both n/s tyres walls cracking

Pass 7 Jul 2006 36,804 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 VOK is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W497 VOK, 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 VOK registered?

W497 VOK is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 July 2000.

Is W497 VOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W497 VOK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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