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W597 VNW

2000 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,241 mi
Last recorded96,241 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Nissan Micra55,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 VNW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2017 96,241 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre floor area (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axle beam (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2016 92,763 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 89,061 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 85,405 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 82,027 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 78,343 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 74,417 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front cross member corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2010 70,809 miles

Front crossmember in poor condition.

Pass 27 Apr 2009 66,726 miles

front crossmember in poor condition

Pass 28 Apr 2008 60,405 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2007 83,634 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 47,136 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 VNW is a 2000 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VNW, 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 VNW registered?

W597 VNW is a 2000 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W597 VNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W597 VNW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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