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G498 XBU

1990 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

55,220 mi
Last recorded55,220 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG498 XBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 55,220 miles

suspension lowerd

Fail 1 Feb 2018 55,154 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

suspension lowerd

Pass 4 Feb 2017 34,987 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 22,536 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 21,767 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 21,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 21,184 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 21,184 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 19,817 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 18,672 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 16,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,811 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 16,312 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 May 2008 16,312 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 14,233 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 14,233 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 14,212 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 14,212 miles

Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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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G498 XBU is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 G498 XBU, 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 G498 XBU registered?

G498 XBU is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 June 1990.

Is G498 XBU safe to buy?

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