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

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Is the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT reliable? We analysed 1,189 real MOT tests across 336 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,189 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.2%
Typical Mileage
17,339mi
Annual Mileage
3,658mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT 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 CVT.

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT Number Plates

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

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

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

87.8%
2021
88.4%
2020

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

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4

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

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

Low usage
1,903 mi/yr
Typical
3,658 mi/yr
Average
4,650 mi/yr
Heavy usage
5,953 mi/yr

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT 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 CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 172 87.8% 10,935 17,380 24,975
2020 992 88.4% 11,306 16,917 24,970

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

Based on 336 Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT Mileage Distribution

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

Median
17,339 mi
75th Percentile
25,173 mi
95th Percentile
42,237 mi
Max Recorded
88,785 mi

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

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

Best year
2020

88.4% MOT pass rate from 992 tests

Year to avoid
2021

87.8% MOT pass rate from 172 tests

The best year to buy a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.4% across 992 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.8% — 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 CVT 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 CVT THIS CAR 88.2% 1,189 17,339 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
Yamaha Wr 250 R 86.5% 1,276 7,330 mi 18 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 CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.2% across 1,189 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 has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. 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 CVT 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 CVT owner drives around 3,658 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 CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT reliable?
Based on 1,189 MOT tests, the Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT has a 88.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT do per year?
The typical Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT does around 3,658 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT 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 CVT?
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 CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Nissan Micra N-tec Ig-t CVT is 2020 with a 88.4% pass rate across 992 tests.