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BF12 BLJ

2012 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,012 mi
Last recorded74,012 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 BLJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 74,012 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 74,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 71,021 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases In Center of Exhaust Blowing Slightly from Welded Section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front rubber Bush Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front rubber Bush Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 67,785 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 67,785 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Hitting Below Screen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 63,612 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 63,612 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer Jets need Adjusting up (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 59,076 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 59,076 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 49,751 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 49,747 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward & Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward & Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 43,032 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 38,731 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 31,059 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 24,369 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 24,369 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 16,600 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 11,329 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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BF12 BLJ is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BF12 BLJ, 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 BF12 BLJ registered?

BF12 BLJ is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is BF12 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 BLJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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