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AU12 YFG

2012 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,038 mi
Last recorded24,038 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 YFG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 24,038 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 21,948 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracked in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 21,629 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracked in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 21,629 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracked in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 21,082 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 19,874 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 18,790 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 18,789 miles

Service brake excessively binding both sides rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 18,132 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 17,275 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 17,275 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 15,688 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,935 miles

All tyres have cracks in sidewalls

Pass 4 Jul 2016 12,187 miles

All tyres have small cracks in tread shoulder areas but no cords are visible

Pass 10 Jul 2015 9,939 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 9,397 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 9,397 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AU12 YFG is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU12 YFG, 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 AU12 YFG registered?

AU12 YFG is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is AU12 YFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 YFG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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