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HN12 RZU

2012 Nissan Pixo

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

50,731 mi
Last recorded50,731 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Pixo35,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 RZU
MakeNissan
ModelPixo
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 50,731 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 46,575 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged tyre in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low limit strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 39,923 miles

Nearside Front Inner Cv Boot leaking grease

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation slightly

Fail 5 Jan 2024 39,923 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Cv Boot leaking grease

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2023 33,277 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 33,275 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 30,112 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2022 30,111 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm insecurely attached locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2015 30,078 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HN12 RZU is a 2012 Nissan Pixo in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HN12 RZU, 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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What year was HN12 RZU registered?

HN12 RZU is a 2012 Nissan Pixo, first registered on 5 July 2012.

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