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BD62 HRR

2012 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,694 mi
Last recorded35,694 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 HRR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 35,694 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 33,770 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 31,438 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 27,374 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 27,374 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 25,040 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 25,013 miles

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

Offside Rear showing age2012

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,247 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2021 22,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 22,205 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 21,934 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 20,917 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 20,176 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 20,175 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 19,373 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 18,540 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BD62 HRR is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BD62 HRR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD62 HRR registered?

BD62 HRR is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is BD62 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 HRR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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