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AF12 TZV

2012 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,299 mi
Last recorded26,299 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 TZV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 26,299 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 23,985 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 23,985 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 22,367 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 19,604 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 17,793 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Dec 2020 15,415 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 13,482 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 11,268 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 10,957 miles

Front wiper blades split

tyre outer sidewalls cracking

Pass 19 May 2017 10,087 miles

Offside Rear brake slightly binding on

Pass 19 May 2016 8,760 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 6,958 miles

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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AF12 TZV is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 39,320 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 AF12 TZV, 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 14 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 AF12 TZV registered?

AF12 TZV is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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The MOT history for AF12 TZV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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