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B460 DGN

1985 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

84,722 mi
Last recorded84,722 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Nissan Micra59,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB460 DGN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 84,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 83,839 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH - NSF brake disc seems damp/caliper looks dry (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Apr 2022 83,834 miles

Offside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Central and rear of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH - NSF brake disc seems damp/caliper looks dry (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2020 83,338 miles

nearside front brake disc appears damp

Fail 29 Sep 2020 83,324 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside front brake disc appears damp

Pass 30 Sep 2019 82,972 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 82,972 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 81,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 81,527 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 79,479 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2017 79,478 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 76,876 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 70,993 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,453 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 61,453 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 52,987 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 52,987 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 50,735 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 50,678 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 50,678 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 50,515 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 50,167 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 49,863 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 49,863 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 49,498 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 48,661 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 48,661 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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B460 DGN is a 1985 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B460 DGN, 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 B460 DGN registered?

B460 DGN is a 1985 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 April 1985.

Is B460 DGN safe to buy?

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