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GX10 VLA

2010 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,225 mi
Last recorded54,225 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Nissan Micra47,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX10 VLA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 54,225 miles

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

Front exhaust heat shields loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 54,225 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front exhaust heat shields loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 52,169 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 50,723 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 48,265 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 45,131 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 45,131 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 42,606 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 38,621 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 38,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 37,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 28,035 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer side wall and getting close to legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 22 Feb 2017 22,802 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 16,956 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 16,956 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 13,959 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 10,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 10,567 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 7,738 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall slight damage

nearside wiper blade slightly split

offside wiper blade slightly split

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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GX10 VLA is a 2010 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 GX10 VLA, 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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GX10 VLA is a 2010 Nissan Micra, first registered on 2 March 2010.

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