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YG12 VCN

2012 Nissan Note

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,668 mi
Last recorded55,668 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Note49,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 VCN
MakeNissan
ModelNote
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 55,668 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 46,949 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2025 46,914 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 40,273 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 36,875 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 36,872 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 35,868 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 35,868 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 34,797 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 34,064 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 32,560 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 31,206 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 29,542 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 27,196 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 24,680 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Note?

Based on 2,716,974 MOT tests across 180,658 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,170
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
180,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 38,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,534
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,389
Stop lamp not working 26,678
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 18,089
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YG12 VCN is a 2012 Nissan Note in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Note models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 49,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Note fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 38,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG12 VCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Note typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Note is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YG12 VCN?

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What year was YG12 VCN registered?

YG12 VCN is a 2012 Nissan Note, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YG12 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 VCN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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