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W512 HPV

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,894 mi
Last recorded49,894 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW512 HPV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 49,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 36,310 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch/sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch/sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 35,949 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 6 Apr 2022 34,555 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Apr 2021 34,426 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 34,341 miles

slight play in osf steering arm

Pass 5 Apr 2019 34,062 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 33,693 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 33,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 32,807 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,826 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 29,610 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 27,445 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 26,183 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 10 Apr 2012 25,194 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 23,345 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 21,877 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 19,583 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 18,233 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 18,233 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 17,567 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 16,285 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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W512 HPV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W512 HPV, 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 W512 HPV registered?

W512 HPV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 May 2000.

Is W512 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W512 HPV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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