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L489 ADD

1994 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,353 mi
Last recorded50,353 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL489 ADD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 50,353 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along floor (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 50,353 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along floor (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 36,668 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn slightly on edges

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 36,668 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre worn slightly on edges

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 23,869 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 23,865 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 16,709 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 16,011 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 16,006 miles

both rear tyres very badly perished

engine misfire/hesitation

o/s/f brake sticking slightly

o/s/f tyre very badly perished 155/70/13

slight front brake imbalance

Pass 26 Feb 2011 16,003 miles

both rear tyres perished on inner side walls

Pass 15 Oct 2009 15,992 miles

slight misfire/hesitation

Fail 2 Oct 2008 15,960 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear steel brake pipes slight corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2008 15,960 miles

both rear steel brake pipes slight corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2007 15,934 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 15,663 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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L489 ADD is a 1994 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 L489 ADD, 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 L489 ADD registered?

L489 ADD is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 January 1994.

Is L489 ADD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L489 ADD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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