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K454 XEL

1997 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,393 mi
Last recorded69,393 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK454 XEL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 69,393 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 69,391 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 62,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

outer sills starting to corrode

Pass 15 Dec 2009 61,165 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear no plate has been cut down to fit tail gate

slight rust in n/s and o/s outer sills

tail gate will not open but boot checked from inside car

Pass 21 Nov 2008 58,895 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 56,459 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 54,241 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 52,319 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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K454 XEL is a 1997 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K454 XEL, 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 K454 XEL registered?

K454 XEL is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is K454 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K454 XEL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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