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A15 WHP

1998 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,209 mi
Last recorded57,209 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Nissan Micra64,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 WHP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 57,209 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 57,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CROSSMEMBER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CROSSMEMBER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 56,175 miles

FRONT CROSMEMBER RUSTY

Pass 12 Jul 2023 54,075 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 54,075 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 51,873 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 51,873 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 48,189 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 44,479 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 41,184 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 36,999 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 28,732 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 28,732 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2016 24,879 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 24,874 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2015 22,459 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 19,811 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 16,187 miles

Front panel slightly corroded

N/S rear tyre sidewall in poor condition

Pass 2 May 2012 15,593 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyres treads/sides walls areas slightly perished/deteriorated

Pass 6 May 2011 14,808 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bonnet difficult to open / release ???off side front lower pamel member / engine sump slightly damaged

both rear tyres inner side walls perished/ deteriorated

Fail 6 May 2011 14,808 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bonnet difficult to open / release ???off side front lower pamel member / engine sump slightly damaged

both rear tyres inner side walls perished/ deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2010 14,035 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bonnet latch down slightly loose / free movement????

both rear tyres inner side walls slightly perished

Pass 29 May 2009 13,390 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bonnet slightly difficult to release/open/close???

both rear tyres side walls slightly perished/deteriorated

engine sump/ lower front cross member both slightly damaged

Fail 29 May 2009 13,390 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bonnet slightly difficult to release/open/close???

both rear tyres side walls slightly perished/deteriorated

engine sump/ lower front cross member both slightly damaged

Pass 20 May 2008 12,759 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 11,364 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 11,364 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 9,989 miles

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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A15 WHP is a 1998 Nissan Micra in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 64,883 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 A15 WHP, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 WHP registered?

A15 WHP is a 1998 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is A15 WHP safe to buy?

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