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F788 NEV

1988 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,345 mi
Last recorded67,345 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF788 NEV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 67,345 miles

o/s/f brake slightly binding

slight leak on both fron struts

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 10 May 2014 153,485 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f brake slightly binding

slight leak on both fron struts

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 8 Jun 2013 61,129 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,968 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 44,637 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 37,903 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 37,930 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 29,434 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 29,160 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Oct 2007 29,160 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 28,882 miles

all flexi brake hose ends corroded

both rear tyres perished

hydrocarbons close to upper limit

n/s/f tyre tread getting low on inside edge

nail in o/s/r tyre

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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F788 NEV is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F788 NEV, 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 F788 NEV registered?

F788 NEV is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 November 1988.

Is F788 NEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F788 NEV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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