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C184 LGJ

1986 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,092 mi
Last recorded35,092 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Nissan Micra66,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC184 LGJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 35,092 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 35,001 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot slightly tight Oil leak (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 34,746 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 33,337 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 33,270 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 32,858 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 32,313 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 May 2014 32,207 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 32,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 31,610 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 30,880 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,528 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 29,859 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 29,097 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 28,280 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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C184 LGJ is a 1986 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C184 LGJ, 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.

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What year was C184 LGJ registered?

C184 LGJ is a 1986 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C184 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C184 LGJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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