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AF12 YJL

2012 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,942 mi
Last recorded65,942 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 YJL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 65,942 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 62,660 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 59,326 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 55,304 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2022 52,193 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted plus worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 52,193 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted plus worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 48,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 46,142 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 42,686 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 37,735 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,243 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Feb 2016 27,765 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,180 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 YJL is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc 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 YJL, 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 YJL registered?

AF12 YJL is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 March 2012.

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The MOT history for AF12 YJL 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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