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W552 YAR

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

106,374 mi
Last recorded106,374 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW552 YAR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 106,374 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded slightly. (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 106,374 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded slightly. (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 102,717 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 98,368 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 95,121 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 90,205 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 90,205 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 84,147 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 78,345 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,067 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 71,067 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 64,229 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 64,229 miles

Centre Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 56,285 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 48,317 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 48,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 46,662 miles

Both front wiper leaving slight smear

O/s/rear brake check slightly low on effort

Pass 6 Jun 2011 38,727 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 May 2010 30,061 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 25,977 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 24,585 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 23,078 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 21,192 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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W552 YAR is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W552 YAR, 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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W552 YAR is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W552 YAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W552 YAR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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