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DG12 GWY

2012 Nissan Note

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,997 mi
Last recorded91,997 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Note49,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 GWY
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 91,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 82,016 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2025 82,016 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 74,521 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 67,873 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 67,873 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 60,090 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 51,663 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 24 Mar 2020 46,043 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 35,862 miles

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 25,373 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 18,659 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 18,659 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 10,070 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 3,948 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 3,621 miles

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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DG12 GWY is a 2012 Nissan Note in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG12 GWY, 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 DG12 GWY registered?

DG12 GWY is a 2012 Nissan Note, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is DG12 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 GWY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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