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BD18 VLP

2018 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

64,768 mi
Last recorded64,768 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Nissan Micra28,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD18 VLP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 64,768 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2026 64,768 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 60,292 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 60,292 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 54,202 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 54,202 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 49,580 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2023 49,580 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 44,371 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 40,500 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 40,500 miles

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

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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BD18 VLP is a 2018 Nissan Micra in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2018 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 28,938 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 BD18 VLP, 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 8 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 BD18 VLP registered?

BD18 VLP is a 2018 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 April 2018.

Is BD18 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD18 VLP shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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