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F43 WPW

1988 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,838 mi
Last recorded36,838 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF43 WPW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 36,838 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Fail 19 Aug 2016 36,838 miles

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

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,548 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill weak (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 35,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill weak (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 32,957 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,755 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 32,569 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 30,072 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,990 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 29,777 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 29,139 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 28,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,544 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,812 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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F43 WPW is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F43 WPW, 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 F43 WPW registered?

F43 WPW is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F43 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F43 WPW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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