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BD12 GAO

2012 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,878 mi
Last recorded58,878 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 GAO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 58,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 52,915 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 51,881 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 51,881 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 47,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 44,659 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 44,499 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 44,499 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 41,987 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 37,468 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 30,250 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,293 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge.

Pass 16 Jun 2016 20,956 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge.

Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,109 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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BD12 GAO is a 2012 Nissan Micra in White 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 BD12 GAO, 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.

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What year was BD12 GAO registered?

BD12 GAO is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is BD12 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 GAO 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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