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G421 OFV

1990 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

76,383 mi
Last recorded76,383 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 OFV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 76,383 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Front indicator lense damaged

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Fail 16 Feb 2023 76,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Front indicator lense damaged

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2022 72,587 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2021 68,261 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear by tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2019 54,401 miles

corrosion in both rear inner wheel arches

rear exhaust rubber mount is in poor condition

Pass 7 Jun 2018 54,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 53,580 miles

Nearside rear lower sill and both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2016 52,589 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 11 Apr 2016 52,589 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inside lower sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under floor behind front suspension arm (2.4.A.3)

Both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2015 51,717 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 51,717 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 50,388 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,369 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,254 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 48,254 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 47,139 miles

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

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 45,512 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 43,791 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 42,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 38,927 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 36,629 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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G421 OFV is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1990 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 70,386 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 G421 OFV, 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 36 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G421 OFV is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 May 1990.

Is G421 OFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G421 OFV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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