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W538 WBV

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,867 mi
Last recorded70,867 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 WBV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 70,867 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 65,095 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 56,640 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 47,954 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 47,954 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 39,500 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 33,794 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 28,707 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 26,890 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 24,454 miles

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

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

front bumper slightly damaged

nearside front plastic wheel trim missing

Pass 15 Jan 2008 22,198 miles

front bumper slightly damaged

nearside front plastic wheel trim missing

Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,717 miles

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

nearside front plastic wheel trim missing

unable to check nearside rear seat belt fully † due to childs seat fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2006 17,037 miles

nearside front wheel trim missing

offside front door damaged

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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W538 WBV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 W538 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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What year was W538 WBV registered?

W538 WBV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W538 WBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W538 WBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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