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LN12 HKE

2012 Nissan Serena

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

157,314 mi
Last recorded157,314 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Serena89,949 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 HKE
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 157,314 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 155,554 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 152,506 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank slight damage

Fail 19 Oct 2023 152,472 miles

Central Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank slight damage

Pass 19 Aug 2022 152,063 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 152,061 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 137,924 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 137,924 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 132,547 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 132,547 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019
Pass 14 Jun 2019
Pass 12 Feb 2019
Pass 11 Jun 2018
Pass 12 Dec 2017
Fail 12 Dec 2017

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2017
Pass 19 May 2017

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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LN12 HKE is a 2012 Nissan Serena in White with a 1,999cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN12 HKE, 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 LN12 HKE registered?

LN12 HKE is a 2012 Nissan Serena, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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