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Y128 DKF

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,105 mi
Last recorded81,105 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY128 DKF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 81,105 miles

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

Offside front crossmember corroded

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 76,085 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensater (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 76,080 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported headlamp (1.9.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensater (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 70,777 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 70,772 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 64,745 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 64,732 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

engine management light on

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 11 Jul 2013 57,988 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 57,985 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 52,710 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 52,706 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

osr tyre perished and multiple punctures in tread

Pass 13 Jul 2011 47,807 miles

very slight play in o/s/f bottom ball joint

Pass 14 Jul 2010 42,264 miles

oil leak from filter

Fail 18 Jul 2009 37,587 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 37,587 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 29,884 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 29,884 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,507 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2006 22,468 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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Y128 DKF is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 51,515 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y128 DKF, 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 25 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y128 DKF registered?

Y128 DKF is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2001.

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