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CAZ 7736

1997 Nissan Micra

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

61,577 mi
Last recorded61,577 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 7736
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 61,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2019 61,577 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 56,172 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 4 May 2018 56,153 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 May 2017 48,192 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 41,563 miles

rear exhaust box casing corroded.

Pass 12 Jan 2015 34,251 miles

Centre brake light not working

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 34,251 miles

Centre brake light not working

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 29,217 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 29,217 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 24,916 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 22,546 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 22,545 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 21,490 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 21,110 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 20,746 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 20,746 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 19,572 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2006 19,572 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear 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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CAZ 7736 is a 1997 Nissan Micra in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 68,022 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 CAZ 7736, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CAZ 7736 registered?

CAZ 7736 is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is CAZ 7736 safe to buy?

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