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H285 NAB

1990 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,487 mi
Last recorded26,487 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH285 NAB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 26,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 25,707 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,674 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 25,674 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2017 25,653 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear n/s & o/s (2.7.3)

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 13 Jan 2016 25,569 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 Dec 2014 25,369 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 25,204 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 25,204 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 25,063 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 25,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 24,835 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,480 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 24,199 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 23,809 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 23,377 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 22,916 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 22,389 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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H285 NAB is a 1990 Nissan Micra in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 H285 NAB, 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 H285 NAB registered?

H285 NAB is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 August 1990.

Is H285 NAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H285 NAB shows 18 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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