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DV10 SWX

2010 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,874 mi
Last recorded82,874 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Nissan Micra47,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV10 SWX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 82,874 miles

Fuel flap missing and light damage to nearside rear quater panel.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive General age related corrosion to chassis rails, floor, inner wheel arches/turret tops and suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 80,778 miles

Fuel flap missing and light damage to nearside rear quater panel.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 78,054 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing but exhaust still securely attached. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 76,708 miles

Damage to nearside rear quarter. No sharp edges at time of test.

Fuel flap missing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 76,707 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Damage to nearside rear quarter. No sharp edges at time of test.

Fuel flap missing

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Splitting at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 75,341 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 75,341 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Cap cannot be tightened securely, to make good seal. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 73,466 miles

Front Exhaust heat shield loose

Fuel flap damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Service light on

Pass 28 Feb 2020 71,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 71,123 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside rear bushes deteriorated/de-bonding. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit outer edge. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 64,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 53,530 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 44,371 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,328 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 63,497 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 1,751 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)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 1,751 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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DV10 SWX is a 2010 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 47,390 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 DV10 SWX, 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 16 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DV10 SWX registered?

DV10 SWX is a 2010 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 April 2010.

Is DV10 SWX safe to buy?

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