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H89 VGK

1990 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

67,357 mi
Last recorded67,357 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1990 Nissan Micra70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH89 VGK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,357 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 155-70-13 ()

Fail 16 Jun 2020 67,323 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 155-70-13 ()

Pass 12 Jun 2019 64,636 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Jun 2019 64,603 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jun 2018 62,081 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Front / Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 57,572 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 52,172 miles

Offside Rear tyre has cracks in the tread

Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,867 miles

Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak /oil pressure switch ?

wipers smeary

Fail 1 Jun 2015 43,867 miles

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

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

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

oil leak /oil pressure switch ?

wipers smeary

Pass 2 Jun 2014 40,332 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 39,790 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2013 39,790 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 39,386 miles

offside rear inner body starting to corrode

rear exhaust mounting rubber starting to split

Pass 16 May 2011 39,095 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 38,911 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 38,911 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 38,615 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust mounting rubbers starting to crack

Pass 2 Jun 2009 38,615 miles

exhaust mounting rubbers starting to crack

Pass 3 Jun 2008 38,407 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 38,321 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 38,321 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2006 38,026 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 38,016 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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H89 VGK is a 1990 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 H89 VGK, 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 H89 VGK registered?

H89 VGK is a 1990 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 November 1990.

Is H89 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H89 VGK shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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