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G488 YWL

1990 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,899 mi
Last recorded63,899 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2010
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 YWL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2010 63,899 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 63,899 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 62,499 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 61,079 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 59,572 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 58,068 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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 YWL is a 1990 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YWL, 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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What year was G488 YWL registered?

G488 YWL is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 May 1990.

Is G488 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 YWL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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