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AU61 SYF

2011 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,222 mi
Last recorded58,222 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Nissan Micra41,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 SYF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 58,222 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 58,222 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 51,431 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 47,381 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Nov 2023 47,381 miles

Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Aug 2022 44,089 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 44,088 miles

Central Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment 6 Clicks before it starts to work (1.1.6 (c))

Central Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working No pump sound (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working No pump sound (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle section to rear section joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 41,067 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 40,826 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs lipped & worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front & rear bush unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 38,909 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,895 miles

Nearside Front and Rear Tyres Cracking

Fail 6 Jul 2018 33,895 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front and Rear Tyres Cracking

Pass 21 Aug 2017 30,942 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,882 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 22,409 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2014 18,779 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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AU61 SYF is a 2011 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU61 SYF, 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 AU61 SYF registered?

AU61 SYF is a 2011 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is AU61 SYF safe to buy?

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