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E423 DFJ

1988 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,321 mi
Last recorded87,321 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE423 DFJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 87,321 miles

n/s headlamp reflector deteriorated.

Fail 13 Aug 2012 87,321 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

n/s headlamp reflector deteriorated.

Pass 8 Jul 2011 82,892 miles

condensation in n/s headlamp

rear number plate deteriorating.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 79,911 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 79,904 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 79,487 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 78,899 miles

O/s front wiper arm spindle worn.

Rear number plate showing signs of deterioration

Pass 20 Jun 2007 78,370 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 77,884 miles

o/s and n/s wiper spindles worn

slight blow on exhaust intermediate box

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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E423 DFJ is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 66,666 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 E423 DFJ, 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 38 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E423 DFJ registered?

E423 DFJ is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 June 1988.

Is E423 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E423 DFJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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