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FJ12 VUW

2012 Nissan Serena

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,793 mi
Last recorded84,793 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Serena89,949 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 VUW
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 84,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 77,934 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Serena?

Based on 146,285 MOT tests across 20,632 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
6,048
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,194
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,608
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,711
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,531
position lamp(s) not working 6,076
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FJ12 VUW is a 2012 Nissan Serena in Black with a 1,999cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 89,949 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Serena fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19,194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ12 VUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Serena typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Serena is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FJ12 VUW registered?

FJ12 VUW is a 2012 Nissan Serena, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is FJ12 VUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 VUW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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