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E642 JDL

1988 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,714 mi
Last recorded21,714 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE642 JDL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 21,714 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 21,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2014 21,712 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 21,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2013 21,185 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 20,561 miles

nearside front tyre 3mm and tyre starting to deteriorate

Fail 8 May 2012 20,561 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre 3mm and tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 May 2011 20,000 miles

nearside front tyre 3mm and starting to deteriorate

offside front tyre just starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 May 2011 20,000 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating recommend replace

nearside front tyre 3mm and starting to deteriorate

offside front tyre just starting to deteriorate

offside rear tyre 2.5mm and deteriorating recommend replace

Pass 14 May 2010 18,757 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,309 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 20 May 2008 17,832 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 17,523 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 17,199 miles

nail in tyre

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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E642 JDL is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E642 JDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E642 JDL registered?

E642 JDL is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 April 1988.

Is E642 JDL safe to buy?

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