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YC13 YKW

2013 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

113,994 mi
Last recorded113,994 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Nissan Micra35,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC13 YKW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 113,994 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 113,994 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 113,970 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 113,963 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack excessive play (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 113,843 miles

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

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

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

oil leak/ engine oil low

various shock -Absorber/coil spring corroded

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Apr 2024 108,137 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 108,132 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 103,602 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 103,602 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Baffles failed (8.1.1 (a))

Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end lock nut wound back (2.1.3 (d))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on outer edge 1756015 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 98,680 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 28 Jul 2022 98,680 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 4 Aug 2021 91,398 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 91,398 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 85,806 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 72,005 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 72,005 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 58,775 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 46,330 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,853 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 YKW is a 2013 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 YKW, 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 YKW registered?

YC13 YKW is a 2013 Nissan Micra, first registered on 2 May 2013.

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