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FY12 DTX

2012 Nissan Pixo

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,945 mi
Last recorded97,945 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Pixo35,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 DTX
MakeNissan
ModelPixo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 97,945 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 155/65/14 /- 6mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 87,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

recommend a set of four tyres needed

Fail 14 Jan 2025 87,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

recommend a set of four tyres needed

Pass 16 Jan 2024 79,730 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 75,025 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides, (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, back bushes are splitting, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front factory fitted engine trims/covers,

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides, (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 71,685 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides, (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, back bushes are splitting,, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front factory fitted engine trims,

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

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides, (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 68,660 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, back bushes are splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 65,961 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 65,961 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 56,911 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 56,911 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure exposing the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2018 47,982 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 39,333 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 39,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 30,498 miles

Rear Both Tyres Cracking On Outer Walls

Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,887 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Pixo?

Based on 217,471 MOT tests across 14,452 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
3,708
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
14,452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,894
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,547
Horn not working 916
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FY12 DTX is a 2012 Nissan Pixo in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Pixo models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 35,452 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 Pixo fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,894 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY12 DTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Pixo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Pixo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FY12 DTX is a 2012 Nissan Pixo, first registered on 26 June 2012.

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