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L189 ORE

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

110,766 mi
Last recorded110,766 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL189 ORE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 110,766 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 105,794 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Rear both tyres showing signs of age (cracking around sidewalls)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 102,085 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 25 Jul 2015 102,085 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2014 97,365 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 94,439 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 94,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 92,932 miles

both rear tyres perrished

Pass 21 Feb 2011 91,352 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 96,799 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 90,051 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 90,051 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 89,253 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 88,339 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 88,339 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 87,574 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 87,574 miles

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

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

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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L189 ORE is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1994 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 78,261 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 L189 ORE, 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 32 years old, this Nissan Micra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L189 ORE registered?

L189 ORE is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 May 1994.

Is L189 ORE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L189 ORE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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