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J557 DYP

1997 Nissan Micra

Purple Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,473 mi
Last recorded104,473 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ557 DYP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 104,473 miles

Battery insecure

bodywork and roof damage

front pads low

Fail 1 Aug 2008 104,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Battery insecure

bodywork and roof damage

front pads low

Pass 13 Feb 2007 96,472 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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J557 DYP is a 1997 Nissan Micra in Purple with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 68,022 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 J557 DYP, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J557 DYP registered?

J557 DYP is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is J557 DYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J557 DYP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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