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YC13 DFG

2013 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,673 mi
Last recorded50,673 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Nissan Micra35,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC13 DFG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 50,673 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 47,496 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 46,542 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim very slight dent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 46,542 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim very slight dent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 39,134 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 2mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 39,134 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 2mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,603 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 34,598 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 31,369 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Starting to mist (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 28,661 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 25,210 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 20,829 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,524 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 15,556 miles

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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YC13 DFG is a 2013 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 35,837 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 YC13 DFG, 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 13 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YC13 DFG registered?

YC13 DFG is a 2013 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 June 2013.

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