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Y128 UUS

2001 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,574 mi
Last recorded75,574 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Nissan Micra51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY128 UUS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 75,574 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2013 75,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 69,634 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 60,223 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 53,065 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 53,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 46,066 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 41,755 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 35,902 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2007 35,902 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 29,083 miles

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

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 UUS is a 2001 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 Y128 UUS, 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 UUS registered?

Y128 UUS is a 2001 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is Y128 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y128 UUS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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