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L423 XLA

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

27,779 mi
Last recorded27,779 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL423 XLA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 27,779 miles

n/s/f tyre perishing in sidewalls

rear exhaust silencer outer skins corroding

Fail 28 May 2012 27,777 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre perishing in sidewalls

rear exhaust silencer outer skins corroding

Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,382 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre outer side wall starting to perish one of centre exhaust mounts broken temp repair carried out to centre exhaust

Fail 24 Jun 2011 27,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre outer side wall starting to perish one of centre exhaust mounts broken temp repair carried out to centre exhaust

Pass 2 Jun 2010 27,255 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 27,255 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 26,836 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 25,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 25,787 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,554 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 23,386 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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L423 XLA is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 L423 XLA, 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 L423 XLA registered?

L423 XLA is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 1994.

Is L423 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L423 XLA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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