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W597 OAU

2000 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,602 mi
Last recorded86,602 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 OAU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 86,602 miles

Front pads getting low

both front coil springs corroded

front discs worn

offside rear coil spring corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2017 86,599 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front pads getting low

both front coil springs corroded

front discs worn

offside rear coil spring corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2016 72,364 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has cracks on outer wall

Pass 24 Apr 2015 6,621 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 66,210 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 65,700 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 63,307 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 59,554 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 59,554 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 54,175 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 54,096 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,016 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,904 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 40,446 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 35,518 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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W597 OAU is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W597 OAU, 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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W597 OAU is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W597 OAU safe to buy?

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