1998 NISSAN MICRA1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
With 80,608 miles recorded, this Red 1998 NISSAN MICRA runs on Petrol with a 998cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 998cc
Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk
Public MOT roadworthiness: Poor.
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Full MOT History
Registered in 1998, this Nissan Micra with plate S467 DAA has undergone 1 MOT inspection since September 2021.
With 0 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 0%. A lower-than-average pass rate suggests the vehicle may have had periods of deferred maintenance.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is like”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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Buyer's Guide
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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. While the mileage is relatively low for the age, the MOT history reveals severe and recurring structural corrosion that makes this vehicle a risky and potentially unsafe investment.
The primary concern for this Micra is structural integrity. The 2021 MOT failure for 'DANGEROUS' corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting and sills is a major red flag. Before purchasing, you must have a professional perform a thorough underside inspection of the sills, subframe, and suspension points to determine if the rust has been properly repaired or if it is spreading.
Check the service history for evidence of oil changes, as the MOT history noted minor oil leaks in the past. Given the age of the vehicle, ensure the timing belt has been replaced recently, as these are critical maintenance items. If the owner cannot provide receipts for structural repairs following the dangerous failure, the cost of restoration could easily exceed the car's value.
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