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F596 HGX

1988 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,666 mi
Last recorded25,666 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF596 HGX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 25,666 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 25,666 miles

Offside All direction indicators not working side repeter (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 25,630 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 25,630 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 24,937 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 24,937 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 24,231 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 23,315 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 22,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads on limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front wipers deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2014 21,402 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 20,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 19,612 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 18,673 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 17,559 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 16,337 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 15,177 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 15,167 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 13,834 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,357 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 11,094 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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F596 HGX is a 1988 Nissan Micra in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F596 HGX, 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 F596 HGX registered?

F596 HGX is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F596 HGX safe to buy?

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