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W503 MSG

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,124 mi
Last recorded116,124 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW503 MSG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 116,124 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exaust deteriorated but not leaking

Fail 3 Sep 2014 116,124 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 111,699 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside & Offside rear bumper support panel's corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside steering rack has slight play

Fail 5 Aug 2013 111,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside & Offside rear bumper support panel's corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside steering rack has slight play

Pass 3 Sep 2012 108,778 miles

Front radiator support panel corroded

Nearside & Offside rear bumper support panels corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear tyre wall cracking

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 108,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front radiator support panel corroded

Nearside & Offside rear bumper support panels corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear tyre wall cracking

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 102,893 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked inner and outer wall

Pass 9 Aug 2010 98,098 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 92,580 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 86,781 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 80,432 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 80,432 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 71,040 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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W503 MSG is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W503 MSG, 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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W503 MSG is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 June 2000.

Is W503 MSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W503 MSG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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