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BT12 TKO

2012 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,267 mi
Last recorded32,267 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 TKO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 32,267 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 4 Feb 2025 31,327 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 17 Jan 2024 30,377 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 29,130 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 27,944 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 26,634 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 26,634 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 24,858 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 23,069 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 23,069 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 21,549 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES VERY LOW ON EDGES AND PERISHED

Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,737 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 18,737 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 15,459 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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BT12 TKO is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BT12 TKO, 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 BT12 TKO registered?

BT12 TKO is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is BT12 TKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 TKO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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