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AJ12 PPY

2012 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,313 mi
Last recorded108,313 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 PPY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 108,313 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 99,322 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 96,341 miles

slight body damage

Pass 7 Nov 2022 94,006 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 88,672 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 88,672 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 88,600 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2020 79,489 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 79,488 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 68,818 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 68,818 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 66,810 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 66,810 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 63,895 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 42,941 miles

Offside Front tyre just on 1.6 m.m.

Fail 13 Apr 2016 42,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre just on 1.6 m.m.

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AJ12 PPY is a 2012 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 AJ12 PPY, 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.

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What year was AJ12 PPY registered?

AJ12 PPY is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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