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M196 SYC

1994 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

873,000 mi
Last recorded873,000 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1994 Nissan Micra78,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM196 SYC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 873,000 miles

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

both front brake discs pitted

Fail 14 Jun 2017 87,292 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded slight corrosion to upper section of coil spring (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear floorpan corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2016 82,105 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 12 Jun 2015 78,535 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front lower crossmember slightly corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2015 78,528 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front lower crossmember slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2014 75,788 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 75,594 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 75,594 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 72,403 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre tread wearing un evenly

Fail 7 Jun 2012 72,400 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre tread wearing un evenly

rear wheels can be rotated with brake pedal depreser applied

Pass 6 Jun 2011 67,620 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 67,620 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2010 65,111 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 63,096 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 61,232 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 59,153 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 55,565 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2006 55,565 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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M196 SYC 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 66.7%.

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 M196 SYC, 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 M196 SYC registered?

M196 SYC is a 1994 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 August 1994.

Is M196 SYC safe to buy?

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