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AV12 AVM

2012 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,968 mi
Last recorded28,968 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 AVM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 28,968 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF, NSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF, OSR cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 26,626 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF & NSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF & OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 26,625 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF & NSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OSF & OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 24,688 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 20,720 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 17,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,150 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 16,473 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 15,081 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 13,631 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 12,188 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 11,860 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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AV12 AVM is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 AV12 AVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 AVM registered?

AV12 AVM is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AV12 AVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 AVM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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