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N536 OGF

1997 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,824 mi
Last recorded76,824 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Nissan Micra68,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN536 OGF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,824 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 73,266 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 70,508 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 66,834 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 66,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 62,204 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 62,204 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 57,320 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 57,320 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 52,943 miles

n/s/f tyre cracked and perished

Fail 8 Feb 2013 52,943 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre cracked and perished

Pass 9 Feb 2012 50,628 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 49,260 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 49,235 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2010 46,153 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 46,153 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 39,510 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 36,969 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 33,879 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 3,379 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 30,879 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 30,879 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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N536 OGF is a 1997 Nissan Micra in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 68,022 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 N536 OGF, 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 29 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N536 OGF registered?

N536 OGF is a 1997 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is N536 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N536 OGF shows 22 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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