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FCZ 3182

1996 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,477 mi
Last recorded66,477 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Nissan Micra71,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 3182
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2011 66,477 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 59,315 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 54,890 miles

All brake pipes slightly corroded

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

Fail 23 Dec 2009 54,890 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

All brake pipes slightly corroded

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 46,909 miles

All tyres perished

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear number plate poor condition.

Fail 22 Dec 2008 46,909 miles

All tyres perished

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear number plate poor condition.

Pass 30 Nov 2007 42,695 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 42,695 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 39,954 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 39,954 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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FCZ 3182 is a 1996 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 71,202 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FCZ 3182, 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 30 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 FCZ 3182 registered?

FCZ 3182 is a 1996 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is FCZ 3182 safe to buy?

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