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W556 SMJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,388 mi
Last recorded36,388 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW556 SMJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 36,388 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wing slightly corroded.

Pass 6 Dec 2024 35,242 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wing slightly corroded.

Pass 15 Dec 2023 34,567 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 33,836 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 32,943 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 32,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 32,261 miles

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

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2019 31,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 30,303 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 30,303 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside outer sill as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 29,401 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 28,586 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 27,804 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 26,833 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 26,084 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 25,313 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 24,322 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 23,429 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 22,527 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 21,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,860 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 19,346 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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W556 SMJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W556 SMJ, 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 W556 SMJ registered?

W556 SMJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 May 2000.

Is W556 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W556 SMJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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