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H251 VRA

1990 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,585 mi
Last recorded59,585 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH251 VRA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 59,585 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 50,621 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 15 Oct 2013 50,594 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2012 41,007 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 40,864 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 38,758 miles

Both front bump stops deteriorated

Condensation in offside headlamp

Nearside front tyre perished and cracking

Slight corrosion offside rear outer sill

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 38,297 miles

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

Nearside front bump stop deteriorated

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 38,080 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside rear sill corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2008 37,735 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 37,712 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 37,318 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 37,318 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 26,845 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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H251 VRA is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 H251 VRA, 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 H251 VRA registered?

H251 VRA is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is H251 VRA safe to buy?

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