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D166 PTM

1987 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,884 mi
Last recorded45,884 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1987 Nissan Micra67,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD166 PTM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 45,884 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 45,310 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 45,310 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 44,753 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 44,753 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 44,123 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,542 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,194 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 42,926 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 May 2010 42,926 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 42,736 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 42,545 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 42,319 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 42,103 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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D166 PTM is a 1987 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1987 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 67,331 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 D166 PTM, 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 39 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 D166 PTM registered?

D166 PTM is a 1987 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 February 1987.

Is D166 PTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D166 PTM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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