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AY66 SOC

2016 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,637 mi
Last recorded50,637 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY66 SOC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 50,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 42,243 miles

Front bumper has slight damage but it is still secure

Pass 29 Aug 2023 35,566 miles

front bumper slight damage but secure

Pass 26 Aug 2022 32,791 miles

n/s/f tyre low tread

o/s/f tyre sidewall damage

Fail 26 Aug 2022 32,791 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

n/s/f tyre low tread

o/s/f tyre sidewall damage

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 27,045 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 27,045 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 20,241 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 20,241 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 16,142 miles

Nearside Front wiper slightly smears the screen

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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AY66 SOC is a 2016 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AY66 SOC, 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 AY66 SOC registered?

AY66 SOC is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is AY66 SOC safe to buy?

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