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W597 SDM

2000 Nissan Micra

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,761 mi
Last recorded40,761 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 SDM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 40,761 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Front valance becomeing corrodded under radiator

Offside Front drivers wing corrodded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear slightly faded (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 May 2016 40,761 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front valance becomeing corrodded under radiator

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front drivers wing corrodded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear slightly faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 36,746 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 32,559 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 27,934 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2012 23,477 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,757 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 10,670 miles

nearside front tyre has numerous splits forming around tread area

Fail 30 Mar 2009 10,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 10,274 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 9,417 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 8,693 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 8,693 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,451 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 SDM is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SDM, 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 W597 SDM registered?

W597 SDM is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W597 SDM safe to buy?

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