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BT12 YXA

2012 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,330 mi
Last recorded61,330 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 YXA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 61,330 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 59,862 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 58,269 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 56,839 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 55,257 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 54,321 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 53,372 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 49,150 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 43,385 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 43,385 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 37,673 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 37,673 miles

Brake performance not tested both rear brakes binding very bad (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested wheel bearing not checked due to wheel binding (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested wheel bearing not checked due to wheel binding (3.7.A.1)

Central Front air freshener in drivers view

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 31,852 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,748 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)

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 YXA is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YXA, 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 YXA registered?

BT12 YXA is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is BT12 YXA safe to buy?

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