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VU10 XAB

2010 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,488 mi
Last recorded54,488 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Nissan Micra47,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU10 XAB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 54,488 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 53,361 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 51,411 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 51,411 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 46,931 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))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 46,931 miles

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

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 16 Nov 2021 42,329 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 38,937 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 31,338 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 30,352 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 28,958 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 24,305 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 22,034 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 22,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 20,272 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Fail 31 Jul 2013 17,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre coming down to wear bars

Pass 31 Jul 2013 17,536 miles

nearside rear tyre coming down to wear bars

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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VU10 XAB is a 2010 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2010 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 47,390 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 VU10 XAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU10 XAB registered?

VU10 XAB is a 2010 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 August 2010.

Is VU10 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU10 XAB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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