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F838 SJX

1988 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,493 mi
Last recorded71,493 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2012
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF838 SJX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2012 71,493 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 70,914 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 69,016 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 69,003 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 67,896 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking on tread to sidewall

Pass 20 Aug 2009 67,896 miles

both rear tyres cracking on tread to sidewall

Pass 12 Sep 2008 66,222 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 65,216 miles

offside rear backing plate corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2007 65,199 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside rear brake backing plate corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2006 64,073 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 63,341 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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F838 SJX is a 1988 Nissan Micra in White 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 F838 SJX, 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

How do I check the history of F838 SJX?

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What year was F838 SJX registered?

F838 SJX is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 October 1988.

Is F838 SJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F838 SJX 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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