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AJ16 HGN

2016 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,051 mi
Last recorded40,051 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 HGN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 40,051 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 40,051 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,559 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 34,432 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 34,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 32,021 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,920 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 28,332 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 25,988 miles

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

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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AJ16 HGN 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 AJ16 HGN, 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.

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What year was AJ16 HGN registered?

AJ16 HGN is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 June 2016.

Is AJ16 HGN safe to buy?

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