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C159 SCF

1986 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,656 mi
Last recorded60,656 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 1986 Nissan Micra66,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC159 SCF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2014 60,656 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres starting to wear on inner tread

Pass 9 Oct 2013 54,541 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 48,912 miles

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

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

nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 27 Oct 2011 44,792 miles

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

slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 2 Nov 2010 41,849 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust rubber mounting perished

Pass 17 Aug 2009 41,809 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

offside front tyre wearing low

Pass 19 Apr 2008 39,310 miles

both rear outer sills starting to corrode

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

offside rear inner sill starting to corrode

Pass 11 May 2007 36,102 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 32,882 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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C159 SCF is a 1986 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 66,846 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 C159 SCF, 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 40 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C159 SCF registered?

C159 SCF is a 1986 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C159 SCF safe to buy?

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