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AK61 MKZ

2011 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

56,047 mi
Last recorded56,047 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Nissan Micra41,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 MKZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 56,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 56,047 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 55,549 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 55,549 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 54,959 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 54,959 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2022 54,124 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 54,124 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 53,588 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 53,338 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,627 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 51,746 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,001 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 47,987 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 46,188 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 46,188 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2015 37,935 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 5 Jun 2014 30,100 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 30,100 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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AK61 MKZ is a 2011 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 41,330 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 AK61 MKZ, 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 15 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK61 MKZ registered?

AK61 MKZ is a 2011 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 November 2011.

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