CarVerify

Free Car Check

W557 LMW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,875 mi
Last recorded80,875 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW557 LMW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 80,875 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 80,875 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 76,198 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 68,345 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 59,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 59,585 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 51,046 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 51,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 45,650 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2008 42,309 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 42,309 miles

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Aug 2007 41,171 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 41,171 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 36,929 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 36,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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
Full Nissan Micra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W557 LMW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W557 LMW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W557 LMW?

You can check the full history of W557 LMW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W557 LMW registered?

W557 LMW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W557 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W557 LMW shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W557 LMW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W557 LMW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.