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BT12 YXZ

2012 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,711 mi
Last recorded44,711 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 YXZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 44,711 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 43,138 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 41,203 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 38,666 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 36,526 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 34,439 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 33,155 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 30,500 miles

small cracks in both rear tyres in sidewalls

Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,674 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 27,674 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,570 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 19,773 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)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,125 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 YXZ is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YXZ, 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 YXZ registered?

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

Is BT12 YXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 YXZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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