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W497 WBV

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,955 mi
Last recorded52,955 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 WBV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 52,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 41,598 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 41,598 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 41,554 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))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/60/14 75h 1710 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 38,353 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

all brake pipes greased

Pass 16 Jul 2018 37,032 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 36,365 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,651 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 35,651 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,477 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 34,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 33,097 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Pass 18 Jul 2013 31,864 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 30,542 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 29,360 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,870 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 26,561 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 24,886 miles

rear tyres cracked on inner walls ON LIMIT

Pass 12 Jul 2007 23,583 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 23,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,406 miles

all tyres cracked on outer walls

Fail 17 Jul 2006 22,406 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres cracked on outer walls

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 WBV 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 WBV, 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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W497 WBV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2000.

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