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L386 TFM

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,744 mi
Last recorded101,744 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL386 TFM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 101,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 96,744 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2015 96,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 91,924 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 85,213 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 78,027 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 78,022 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 68,740 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 64,203 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Fail 29 Jun 2010 64,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs slightly worn and pitted

offside and nearside rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 21 May 2009 56,916 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 55,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 55,149 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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L386 TFM is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 L386 TFM, 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 L386 TFM registered?

L386 TFM is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L386 TFM safe to buy?

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