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L38 VRV

1994 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,533 mi
Last recorded53,533 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 VRV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,533 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 53,533 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jun 2016 52,306 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion across the vehicle

Fail 15 Jun 2016 52,306 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion across the vehicle

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,862 miles

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

front tyres slightly perished

surface corrosion across the vehicle

Pass 16 Jun 2014 49,809 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,242 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 48,637 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 47,809 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 47,098 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 46,401 miles

front brakes binding slightly

offside rear brake low but efficiency ok for test

Pass 12 Jun 2008 45,622 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 44,709 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 43,790 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 43,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L38 VRV is a 1994 Nissan Micra in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 L38 VRV, 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

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What year was L38 VRV registered?

L38 VRV is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 May 1994.

Is L38 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L38 VRV shows 15 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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