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BK12 FMO

2012 Nissan Note

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,161 mi
Last recorded105,161 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Note49,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 FMO
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 105,161 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 105,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 99,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2025 99,455 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 93,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective blades split slightly at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 93,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective blades split slightly at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 87,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge worn, cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge worn, cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 78,368 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 70,137 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 60,055 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 44,888 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 44,888 miles

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 38,658 miles

rear seats down and cover over them , unable to check rear seat belts

Fail 16 Mar 2018 38,658 miles

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

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

rear seats down and cover over them , unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 13 Mar 2017 31,040 miles

N/S/F Tyre starting to wear on outer edge, starting to perish

Pass 22 Mar 2016 24,987 miles

centre brake lamp not working

undercovers fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2015 18,709 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Nissan Note?

Based on 2,716,974 MOT tests across 180,658 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,170
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
180,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 38,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,534
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,389
Stop lamp not working 26,678
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 18,089
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BK12 FMO is a 2012 Nissan Note in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Note models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 49,363 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 Note fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 38,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK12 FMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Note typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Note is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 FMO registered?

BK12 FMO is a 2012 Nissan Note, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is BK12 FMO safe to buy?

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