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A588 MKJ

1983 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,427 mi
Last recorded64,427 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2007
Typical for 1983 Nissan Micra50,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA588 MKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2007 64,427 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

offside rear metal brake pipe corrosion developing

oil pressure switch leaking

Pass 15 Jul 2006 60,470 miles

hydro carbons high but withinlimits

slight noise from near side rear wheel bearing

Pass 30 Jul 2005 57,565 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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A588 MKJ is a 1983 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 50,324 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 A588 MKJ, 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 43 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A588 MKJ registered?

A588 MKJ is a 1983 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 October 1983.

Is A588 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A588 MKJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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