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YH12 NLV

2012 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,179 mi
Last recorded49,179 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 NLV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2026 49,179 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear connection (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2025 49,193 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 46,644 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 44,935 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 42,529 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 38,973 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 36,860 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 33,882 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 30,503 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 27,455 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 20,224 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,406 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,406 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YH12 NLV is a 2012 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 39,320 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 YH12 NLV, 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 14 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YH12 NLV registered?

YH12 NLV is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is YH12 NLV safe to buy?

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