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G488 HYG

1990 Nissan Micra

Gold Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,385 mi
Last recorded90,385 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2008
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 HYG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2008 90,385 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 85,653 miles

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings. †Front brakes show 21% imbalance.

Pass 15 Mar 2006 79,928 miles

Some perishing to sidewalls of N/S/R, O/S/F and †O/S/R tyres.

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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G488 HYG is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Gold with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G488 HYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G488 HYG registered?

G488 HYG is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 5 April 1990.

Is G488 HYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 HYG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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