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2013 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,569 mi
Last recorded53,569 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Nissan Micra35,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration8740 BT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 53,569 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 49,888 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 46,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 44,580 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 42,282 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 40,166 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 38,833 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 36,711 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 34,873 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 27,700 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 27,700 miles

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

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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8740 BT is a 2013 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 35,837 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 8740 BT, 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 13 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 8740 BT registered?

8740 BT is a 2013 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 December 2013.

Is 8740 BT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8740 BT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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