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BL61 RUH

2012 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,082 mi
Last recorded76,082 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 RUH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 76,082 miles

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

Front unable to see brake pads

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 May 2026 76,083 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70r14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front unable to see brake pads

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 74,033 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2024 71,317 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 68,501 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 68,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 62,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 55,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 45,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel light on.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Both tyres perishing!

Fail 17 Feb 2020 45,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel light on.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Both tyres perishing!

Pass 3 May 2018 22,692 miles

Front tyre treads perished

Rear tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 30 Mar 2017 20,768 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 14,794 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 14,794 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 9,113 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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BL61 RUH is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Grey 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 BL61 RUH, 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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BL61 RUH is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 February 2012.

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