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YJ62 VAV

2012 Nissan Serena

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,853 mi
Last recorded158,853 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Serena89,949 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ62 VAV
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 158,853 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 158,852 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 142,023 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 130,019 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 115,102 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Serena?

Based on 146,285 MOT tests across 20,632 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
6,048
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,194
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,608
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,711
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,531
position lamp(s) not working 6,076
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YJ62 VAV is a 2012 Nissan Serena in White with a 1,990cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 89,949 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 Serena fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19,194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ62 VAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Serena typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 14 years old, this Nissan Serena is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ62 VAV registered?

YJ62 VAV is a 2012 Nissan Serena, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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