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B284 DGC

1985 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,605 mi
Last recorded35,605 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1985 Nissan Micra59,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB284 DGC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 35,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 9 Feb 2017 35,605 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2016 30,050 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 30,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 23,337 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 23,325 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 23,224 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 23,222 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 23,155 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 23,155 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 22,989 miles

nearside rear coil spring covered in grease

Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,631 miles

offside front mud flap not secure

Fail 26 Aug 2008 22,631 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

offside front mud flap not secure

Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,985 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 21,154 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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B284 DGC is a 1985 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B284 DGC, 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 B284 DGC registered?

B284 DGC is a 1985 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 March 1985.

Is B284 DGC safe to buy?

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