CarVerify

Free Car Check

L98 VNV

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

129,124 mi
Last recorded129,124 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL98 VNV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 129,124 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 123,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion front cross member offside

Fail 14 Aug 2013 123,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion front cross member offside

Pass 22 Aug 2012 115,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 115,230 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 111,001 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 111,001 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 102,704 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 93,157 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 93,157 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 86,307 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 86,307 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 81,950 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2007 81,914 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 78,337 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 78,337 miles

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

wiper linkage worn

Pass 11 Nov 2005 74,568 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 74,568 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Nissan Micra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L98 VNV is a 1994 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L98 VNV, 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

How do I check the history of L98 VNV?

You can check the full history of L98 VNV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L98 VNV registered?

L98 VNV is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 June 1994.

Is L98 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L98 VNV shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L98 VNV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L98 VNV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.