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97TN1442

1997 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,281 mi
Last recorded134,281 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2006
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration97TN1442
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2006 134,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 26 Jun 2006 134,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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97TN1442 is a 1997 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 68,022 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 97TN1442, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 97TN1442 registered?

97TN1442 is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is 97TN1442 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 97TN1442 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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