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DY13 UPV

2013 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,339 mi
Last recorded95,339 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Nissan Micra35,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY13 UPV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 95,339 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 92,140 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 88,431 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 88,431 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 84,340 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 78,311 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 66,274 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 66,274 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 61,348 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 59,065 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 53,449 miles

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Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2017 53,449 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 38,211 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Nearside Rear panel damage

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DY13 UPV is a 2013 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 35,837 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 Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY13 UPV, 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 13 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 DY13 UPV registered?

DY13 UPV is a 2013 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is DY13 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY13 UPV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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