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E3 HCB

1998 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,105 mi
Last recorded48,105 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Nissan Micra64,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 HCB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 48,105 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,785 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 37,532 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 7 Nov 2012 37,532 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 9 Nov 2011 36,507 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,908 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 33,207 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 30,698 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 28,341 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 25,718 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 25,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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E3 HCB is a 1998 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 64,883 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 E3 HCB, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E3 HCB registered?

E3 HCB is a 1998 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 November 1998.

Is E3 HCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 HCB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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