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BL61 NZG

2012 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,555 mi
Last recorded42,555 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 NZG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 42,555 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 41,008 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 28,203 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 25,885 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 23,278 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 23,264 miles

Rear tyres perished

Pass 15 Nov 2017 21,899 miles

Rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Nov 2016 21,286 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 20,824 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 20,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 19,975 miles

Oil leak

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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BL61 NZG is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BL61 NZG, 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 BL61 NZG registered?

BL61 NZG is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is BL61 NZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL61 NZG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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