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L381 XSU

1994 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,252 mi
Last recorded51,252 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL381 XSU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 51,252 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 51,178 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 48,568 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 46,091 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 42,425 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 42,425 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 37,750 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 32,734 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 32,734 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 29,632 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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L381 XSU is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L381 XSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L381 XSU?

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What year was L381 XSU registered?

L381 XSU is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 1994.

Is L381 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L381 XSU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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