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W596 XNV

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

93,440 mi
Last recorded93,440 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW596 XNV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 93,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2025 93,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2024

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 86,490 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 14 Oct 2022 80,842 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 73,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 73,706 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 61,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust rattle

Pass 4 Oct 2019 51,207 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 40,648 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 30,482 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 21,881 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 20,143 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 19,658 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 19,042 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 18,472 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 17,659 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 17,109 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 16,881 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 16,876 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 15,878 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,777 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,660 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 11,590 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 9,929 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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W596 XNV is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 XNV, 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 XNV registered?

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

Is W596 XNV safe to buy?

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