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K103 CBU

1993 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

73,410 mi
Last recorded73,410 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 1993 Nissan Micra79,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK103 CBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 73,410 miles

nearsdie mirror glass cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2011 72,380 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

nearsdie mirror glass cracked

Pass 6 Dec 2010 66,868 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 66,746 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 61,628 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front xmember corroded

underbody corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2009 61,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front xmember corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2008 56,712 miles

OSF lower panel has body filler and excessive under sealant

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 52,688 miles

front lower panel has excessive under sealant applied and signs of body filler

Fail 20 Nov 2007 52,688 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 46,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 42,140 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 42,140 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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K103 CBU is a 1993 Nissan Micra in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1993 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 79,340 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K103 CBU, 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 33 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K103 CBU registered?

K103 CBU is a 1993 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 June 1993.

Is K103 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K103 CBU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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