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DS12 TFF

2012 Nissan Note

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,874 mi
Last recorded69,874 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Note49,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 TFF
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 69,874 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2024 59,960 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

oil level low

Pass 27 Dec 2023 48,265 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

oil level low

Pass 2 Jan 2023 40,724 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2023 40,724 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 37,543 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 37,543 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 35,408 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 32,556 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2019 32,556 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 27,557 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 21,568 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Nov 2017 21,568 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

rear wiper blade split

Pass 5 Dec 2015 12,573 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 12,573 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DS12 TFF is a 2012 Nissan Note in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DS12 TFF, 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 DS12 TFF registered?

DS12 TFF is a 2012 Nissan Note, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is DS12 TFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 TFF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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