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W501 YCW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,311 mi
Last recorded105,311 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW501 YCW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 105,311 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 98,698 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 98,669 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 98,669 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 92,624 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 92,624 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 87,111 miles

gear linkage stiff

o/s mirror damanged

Pass 26 Mar 2009 82,576 miles

Drivers side mirror taped together

Gear linkage stiff

Nail in offside rear tyre

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2008 78,010 miles

Front heat shield on exhaust insecure

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2008 78,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front heat shield on exhaust insecure

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2007 72,260 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 68,548 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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W501 YCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W501 YCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W501 YCW registered?

W501 YCW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W501 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W501 YCW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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