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BK12 XVX

2012 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,965 mi
Last recorded59,965 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 XVX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 59,965 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 54,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively badly lipped,strong advise (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad getting low , strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively badly lipped, strong advise (1.1.14 (a) (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 broken (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 53,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively badly lipped,strong advise (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad getting low , strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively badly lipped, strong advise (1.1.14 (a) (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 broken (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 44,728 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 44,728 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever Requirements only just met. It would appear that the parking braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 3 Apr 2023 36,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Mar 2023 36,723 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/70R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Feb 2022 28,727 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 23,200 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 19,269 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 19,269 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 19,139 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 17,862 miles

offside rear Brakes slight bind

Fail 21 May 2018 17,784 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2017 16,098 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 14,761 miles

item removed from screen

Fail 30 May 2016 14,761 miles

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

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

item removed from screen

Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,432 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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BK12 XVX is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,198cc 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 BK12 XVX, 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 BK12 XVX registered?

BK12 XVX is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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