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A7 XAY

2016 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,762 mi
Last recorded56,762 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 XAY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 56,762 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 56,762 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 53,806 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 49,025 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 43,077 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 40,334 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 37,309 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on 3 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 32,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 32,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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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A7 XAY is a 2016 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 24,860 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 A7 XAY, 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 10 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 XAY registered?

A7 XAY is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 November 2016.

Is A7 XAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 XAY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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