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F251 VFV

1988 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,972 mi
Last recorded87,972 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF251 VFV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 87,972 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 87,920 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 87,846 miles

slight corrosion building up on rear undersells

very slight binding on all brakes

Pass 21 Oct 2022 87,808 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 87,761 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 87,581 miles

passenger seat not present

Pass 16 Sep 2019 87,358 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 87,061 miles

front passenger seat not present

Pass 10 Nov 2017 86,820 miles

passenger seat missing

rear exhaust detioriating

Pass 6 Oct 2016 86,410 miles

Nearside Front seat missing

Fail 6 Oct 2016 86,410 miles

Nearside Front seat missing

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 58,819 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

passenger seat missing at time of test

Fail 20 Oct 2015 85,877 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

passenger seat missing at time of test

Pass 28 Oct 2014 84,788 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 22 Oct 2013 83,931 miles

Front passenger seat missing

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 83,925 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front passenger seat missing

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 82,390 miles

Front passenger seat missing

Fail 25 Oct 2011 81,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 81,178 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 79,919 miles

front passenger seat has been removed

Fail 25 Oct 2010 79,917 miles

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

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

front passenger seat has been removed

Pass 2 Nov 2009 75,901 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 75,899 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 73,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 71,437 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 66,659 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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F251 VFV is a 1988 Nissan Micra in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F251 VFV, 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 F251 VFV registered?

F251 VFV is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 November 1988.

Is F251 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F251 VFV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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