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W561 SMJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

25,288 mi
Last recorded25,288 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW561 SMJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 25,288 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both front floors corroded

corrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch, not within 30cms of a prescribed area

Pass 30 May 2022

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 24,646 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 24,643 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 23,995 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 23,991 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 23,304 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 23,302 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2018 22,576 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 22,576 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 21,893 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 21,893 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2016 21,205 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2016 21,205 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 20,459 miles

offside front tyre perishing

Pass 15 May 2014 19,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 18,786 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 17,864 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 17,864 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 16,795 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 15,396 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 15,195 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 15,173 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,053 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 14,953 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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W561 SMJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 W561 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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W561 SMJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 2000.

Is W561 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W561 SMJ shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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