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BD66 XLA

2016 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,958 mi
Last recorded30,958 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Nissan Micra24,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD66 XLA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 30,958 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded nsr and osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror now on seat obstruct driver view ()

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

ns both front to rear fuel pipes covered in sealer

Pass 10 Apr 2025 29,271 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2025 29,270 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 27,650 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror on seat ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 25,773 miles

Offside Rear tyre some age cracking

Fail 5 Apr 2023 25,773 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre some age cracking

Pass 7 Apr 2022 23,967 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Apr 2021 21,932 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 21,930 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 20,384 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,415 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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BD66 XLA is a 2016 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BD66 XLA, 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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BD66 XLA is a 2016 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2016.

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