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L896 PMT

1994 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

105,008 mi
Last recorded105,008 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2013
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL896 PMT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2013 105,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

BATTERY IS INSECURE

Offside Outer Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

clutch pedal is close to end of travel and slipping

nearside headlamp is loose

Pass 30 Jan 2012 103,592 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 103,592 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

Pass 12 Aug 2010 100,739 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 100,345 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

damage to screen

exhaust front pipe heat shield is loose

battery is held in with cable ties

knock in the steering on the nearside

Pass 14 Mar 2008 83,205 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 70,133 miles

damage to screen

offside outer c.v.j boot starting to crack

offside rear tyre getting low

Pass 25 Apr 2006 70,092 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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L896 PMT is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 L896 PMT, 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 L896 PMT registered?

L896 PMT is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 January 1994.

Is L896 PMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L896 PMT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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