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F287 NPU

1988 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,693 mi
Last recorded41,693 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF287 NPU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 41,693 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 41,693 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,872 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 38,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 33,149 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 27,517 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 27,517 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,012 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 25,682 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 25,125 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 24,711 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 24,707 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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F287 NPU is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F287 NPU, 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 F287 NPU registered?

F287 NPU is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 November 1988.

Is F287 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F287 NPU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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