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L198 TFL

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,563 mi
Last recorded40,563 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL198 TFL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 40,563 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 40,563 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 39,746 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 38,490 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 36,360 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 34,876 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 33,571 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,054 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 31,244 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 30,727 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 29,928 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 29,834 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,812 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 29,790 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 29,776 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 29,534 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 29,492 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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L198 TFL is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L198 TFL, 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 L198 TFL registered?

L198 TFL is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 May 1994.

Is L198 TFL safe to buy?

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