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AY16 UNB

2016 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,624 mi
Last recorded56,624 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 UNB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 56,624 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 46,772 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine damp with oil on small chip in screen

Pass 27 Feb 2024 39,268 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 39,225 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 36,817 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 34,755 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 32,170 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 30,757 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 21,942 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 21,844 miles

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

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

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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AY16 UNB is a 2016 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 24,860 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 AY16 UNB, 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 10 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY16 UNB registered?

AY16 UNB is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AY16 UNB safe to buy?

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