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F640 JMY

1988 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,902 mi
Last recorded49,902 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF640 JMY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 49,902 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 49,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 48,609 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 47,738 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 46,838 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 45,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 43,620 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 42,980 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 41,731 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 41,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill section (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill section (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill section (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 40,625 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,596 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 39,524 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 39,324 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 38,987 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 38,364 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 37,954 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 37,484 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 37,484 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 37,049 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2005 36,535 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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F640 JMY is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 F640 JMY, 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 F640 JMY registered?

F640 JMY is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 November 1988.

Is F640 JMY safe to buy?

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