CarVerify

Free Car Check

YJ12 GJV

2012 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT

White Petrol 505cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,867 mi
Last recorded46,867 miles
Recorded on4 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT17,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Microcar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ12 GJV
MakeMicrocar
ModelM-go Sxi CVT
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc
View full Microcar M-go Sxi CVT reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2025 46,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 May 2025 46,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 46,684 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2023 46,682 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 44,398 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 44,392 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 42,035 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 42,028 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 40,873 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 38,057 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 38,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.10 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.50 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2018 36,122 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2018 36,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 33,679 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 28,636 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 22,242 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar M-go Sxi CVT?

Based on 1,305 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
1,691
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
brake binding 14
Headlamp aim too high 13
Steering rack gaiter split 13
Full Microcar M-go Sxi CVT reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YJ12 GJV is a 2012 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT in White with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 17,018 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 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ12 GJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Microcar M-go Sxi CVT typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Microcar M-go Sxi CVT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJ12 GJV?

You can check the full history of YJ12 GJV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YJ12 GJV registered?

YJ12 GJV is a 2012 Microcar M-go Sxi CVT, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is YJ12 GJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ12 GJV shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ12 GJV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YJ12 GJV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.