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K653 SLX

1997 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

52,463 mi
Last recorded52,463 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK653 SLX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,463 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 52,463 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 3 Aug 2006 52,283 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

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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K653 SLX is a 1997 Nissan Micra in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 K653 SLX, 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.

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What year was K653 SLX registered?

K653 SLX is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 July 1997.

Is K653 SLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K653 SLX shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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