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AV61 LZC

2011 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

78,353 mi
Last recorded78,353 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Nissan Micra41,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 LZC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 78,353 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 67,194 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 52,661 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear door dented

Pass 22 Sep 2022 41,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 41,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 35,256 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 33,970 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 33,970 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 33,320 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 33,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Sidewall, x2 Cut's Deep To Cord's Visible. 175/60H15. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre Perishing.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre Perishing.

Pass 13 Sep 2018 31,279 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 30,170 miles

Rear tyres have age related cracks in the tread and sidewall.

Fail 28 Sep 2017 30,170 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear tyres have age related cracks in the tread and sidewall.

Pass 29 Sep 2016 29,474 miles

Nearside Front windscreen wiper starting to split

Rear both rear tyres starting to perish in tread

Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,259 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 25,487 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 25,487 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AV61 LZC is a 2011 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AV61 LZC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV61 LZC registered?

AV61 LZC is a 2011 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2011.

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