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BT61 MZL

2012 Nissan Note

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,756 mi
Last recorded143,756 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Note49,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 MZL
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 143,756 miles

centre exhaust flanges corroded.rearmost slight blowing

oil leak, sump area

Pass 18 Jan 2025 141,777 miles

corrosion to centre exhaust at rear flange

front exhaust flanges corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2024 131,373 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

bulb? connection to front sidelights

centre exhaust corroded at rear end

rear wiper blade split

Pass 3 Jan 2023 119,241 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush starting to break away (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

nearside front anti roll bar link pin balljoint worn,will require attention

nearside front tyre slight wear outer edge

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 11 Jan 2022 106,254 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 99,902 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 99,902 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 93,112 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2020 93,112 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 77,505 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Jan 2019 77,505 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jan 2018 63,159 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 49,702 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 40,545 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 33,028 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 33,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Nissan Note?

Based on 2,716,974 MOT tests across 180,658 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,170
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
180,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 38,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,534
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,389
Stop lamp not working 26,678
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 18,089
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BT61 MZL is a 2012 Nissan Note in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Note models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 49,363 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 Note fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 38,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT61 MZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Note typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Note is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT61 MZL registered?

BT61 MZL is a 2012 Nissan Note, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is BT61 MZL safe to buy?

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