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A640 RKX

1984 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,459 mi
Last recorded79,459 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1984 Nissan Micra47,617 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA640 RKX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 79,459 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin slightly tight to turn n/s/f (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 66,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

cannot inspect welding repairs fully under seal applied

o/s/r brake backing plate damp

o/s/r wheel tight to turn

Fail 13 Aug 2015 66,306 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

o/s/r brake backing plate damp

o/s/r wheel tight to turn

Fail 15 May 2015

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2014 53,867 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 53,734 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 53,734 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 53,438 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 52,719 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 52,315 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 51,898 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 51,156 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 50,643 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 50,017 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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A640 RKX is a 1984 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1984 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 47,617 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 A640 RKX, 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 42 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A640 RKX registered?

A640 RKX is a 1984 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 1984.

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