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B223 NBY

1985 Nissan Micra

Gold Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,526 mi
Last recorded90,526 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2007
Typical for 1985 Nissan Micra59,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB223 NBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2007 90,526 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Underbody corroding,some areas may need attention before next mot test

Pass 16 Nov 2006 90,168 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

n/s & o/s headlamp reflectors "tarnished" recomend replacement before or at next m.o.t.

unable to fully examine wheel fixings,wheel trims fitted.

Fail 16 Nov 2006 90,168 miles

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

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

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

n/s & o/s headlamp reflectos "tarnished",recomend replacement before or at next m.o.t.

unable to fully inspect wheel fixings,wheel trims fitted.

Pass 12 Nov 2005 89,636 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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B223 NBY is a 1985 Nissan Micra in Gold with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 59,116 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 B223 NBY, 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 41 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B223 NBY registered?

B223 NBY is a 1985 Nissan Micra, first registered on 5 March 1985.

Is B223 NBY safe to buy?

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