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BN12 JXW

2012 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,961 mi
Last recorded56,961 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 JXW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 56,961 miles

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

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

Steering wheel cover fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2024 47,695 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 47,695 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 38,962 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 33,841 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 31,158 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,124 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 27,565 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 27,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 22,895 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 17,907 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,301 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 15,301 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 14,355 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 12,365 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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BN12 JXW is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN12 JXW, 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 BN12 JXW registered?

BN12 JXW is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is BN12 JXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 JXW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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