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GIL 2887

1996 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

16,760 mi
Last recorded16,760 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Nissan Micra71,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 2887
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 16,760 miles

Nearside Rear rust on wheel arches

Offside Rear rust on wheel arches

Pass 10 Jun 2015 165,224 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 165,224 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 19 Jun 2014 15,430 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 14,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jun 2013 14,866 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 14,278 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 14,278 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 13,849 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 13,849 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 13,216 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 13,216 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,831 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 12,375 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 11,956 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 11,695 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 11,377 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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GIL 2887 is a 1996 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 GIL 2887, 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 GIL 2887 registered?

GIL 2887 is a 1996 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is GIL 2887 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 2887 shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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