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AV12 AXF

2012 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,572 mi
Last recorded72,572 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 AXF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 72,572 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 65,099 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 58,142 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 51,434 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 51,434 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 44,078 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 37,132 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 31,057 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 22,023 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 22,057 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 15,637 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 13,454 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 9,140 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 6,372 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 AXF is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AXF, 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 AXF registered?

AV12 AXF is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is AV12 AXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 AXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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