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AO16 BMU

2016 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,360 mi
Last recorded43,360 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 BMU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2026 43,360 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 42,522 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 41,702 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 40,394 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 36,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 32,274 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower suspension arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 29,270 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 21,692 miles

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

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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AO16 BMU is a 2016 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AO16 BMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO16 BMU registered?

AO16 BMU is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 March 2016.

Is AO16 BMU safe to buy?

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