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Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t reliable? We analysed 2,775 real MOT tests across 714 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,775 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.8%
Typical Mileage
21,977mi
Annual Mileage
5,117mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t.

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.3%
2021
87.7%
2020

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,110 mi/yr
Typical
5,117 mi/yr
Average
5,898 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,497 mi/yr

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 127 91.3% 14,402 22,652 30,402
2020 2,614 87.7% 14,527 21,828 31,320

How Long Does a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Last?

Based on 714 Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
5.0 years

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,977 mi
75th Percentile
31,370 mi
95th Percentile
50,838 mi
Max Recorded
126,385 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.3% MOT pass rate from 127 tests

Year to avoid
2020

87.7% MOT pass rate from 2,614 tests

The best year to buy a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.3% across 127 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t THIS CAR 87.8% 2,775 21,977 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a 87.3% 897 45,061 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t?

The Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.8% across 2,775 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t owner drives around 5,117 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t reliable?
Based on 2,775 MOT tests, the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t has a 87.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t do per year?
The typical Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t does around 5,117 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t is 2021 with a 91.3% pass rate across 127 tests.