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W596 PFJ

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,630 mi
Last recorded12,630 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW596 PFJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 12,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

some rast under the boots not seriously

Fail 11 Jul 2014 123,192 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 123,192 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 119,499 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 114,146 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 109,910 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise corrosion around nearside rear anti roll bar mounting not yet excessive in my opinion

Pass 10 Aug 2011 109,910 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise corrosion around nearside rear anti roll bar mounting not yet excessive in my opinion

Pass 27 Jul 2010 105,994 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 100,141 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 100,141 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 90,004 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 76,170 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 67,196 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 67,196 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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W596 PFJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W596 PFJ, 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 W596 PFJ registered?

W596 PFJ is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W596 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W596 PFJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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