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L316 XHW

1998 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,771 mi
Last recorded71,771 miles
Recorded on1 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Nissan Micra64,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL316 XHW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 May 2007 71,771 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 61,996 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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L316 XHW is a 1998 Nissan Micra in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 64,883 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 L316 XHW, 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 28 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L316 XHW?

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What year was L316 XHW registered?

L316 XHW is a 1998 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is L316 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L316 XHW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L316 XHW have outstanding finance?

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