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W566 VBV

2000 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

27,989 mi
Last recorded27,989 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW566 VBV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 27,989 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2023 27,989 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 27,727 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 27,366 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 26,902 miles

Front cross member slightly corroded

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 26,528 miles

Front Cross member corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2018 25,606 miles

Front Cross member corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2017 25,206 miles

Nearside Front Cross member corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 24,831 miles

Front cross member corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 24,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front cross member corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2015 24,447 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front cross member corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2014 24,087 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 23,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 23,633 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 23,202 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 22,824 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 22,364 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 21,680 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,600 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 18,774 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 18,774 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 16,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,419 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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W566 VBV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 W566 VBV, 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 W566 VBV registered?

W566 VBV is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 March 2000.

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The MOT history for W566 VBV 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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