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A656 HEM

1983 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

107,228 mi
Last recorded107,228 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 1983 Nissan Micra50,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA656 HEM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 107,228 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 30 May 2014 102,654 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 95,674 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2013 95,672 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2012 94,327 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

slight smoke on acceleration

Fail 9 Mar 2011 88,939 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 88,939 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 110,625 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 108,966 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 108,962 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 108,712 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 108,641 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 103,102 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 99,862 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in rear tyre

Rear bumper insecure

Rear mudguard insecure

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

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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A656 HEM is a 1983 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 A656 HEM, 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.

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What year was A656 HEM registered?

A656 HEM is a 1983 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 October 1983.

Is A656 HEM safe to buy?

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