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BK12 XWG

2012 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,242 mi
Last recorded36,242 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 36,242 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 38,253 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 36,240 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 36,240 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2024 35,193 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 33,409 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 32,041 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 30,349 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))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 29,236 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))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 26,372 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 26,372 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2018 23,436 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 19,231 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 15,547 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 12,333 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 XWG is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XWG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 XWG registered?

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

Is BK12 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 XWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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