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F871 GFJ

1988 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,161 mi
Last recorded51,161 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 1988 Nissan Micra66,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF871 GFJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 51,161 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 42,445 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 42,396 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2012 31,168 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2011 15,739 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 14,238 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 14,238 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 14,163 miles

o/s wiper blade end rubber split

Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,098 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 14,041 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 13,982 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F871 GFJ is a 1988 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 F871 GFJ, 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.

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What year was F871 GFJ registered?

F871 GFJ is a 1988 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 August 1988.

Is F871 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F871 GFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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