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H278 MBO

1990 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,629 mi
Last recorded28,629 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH278 MBO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,629 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 28,629 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2012 28,674 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2011 28,535 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,354 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 28,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 27,756 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 27,756 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion starting on n/s outter sill

Pass 20 Jul 2006 26,529 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 25,813 miles

exhaust centre section leaking slighty

exhaust rubbers on back box perishing

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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H278 MBO is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H278 MBO, 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 H278 MBO registered?

H278 MBO is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 August 1990.

Is H278 MBO safe to buy?

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