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BJ62 KGV

2012 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,137 mi
Last recorded84,137 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 KGV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 84,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2025 84,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 78,070 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 71,179 miles

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

Rear boot struts weak x2

Fail 14 Sep 2023 71,179 miles

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

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

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

Rear boot struts weak x2

Pass 8 Sep 2022 65,365 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front tyres coming upto 3mm wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Sep 2022 65,365 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front tyres coming upto 3mm wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam 1 x H4 BULB (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 56,532 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Sep 2021 56,532 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Oct 2020 50,201 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 43,939 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 37,780 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 31,604 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 31,604 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 25,262 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 18,314 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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BJ62 KGV is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BJ62 KGV, 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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BJ62 KGV is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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