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YP62 HFO

2012 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

45,516 mi
Last recorded45,516 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Nissan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 HFO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 45,516 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 44,130 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy REAR SILENCER BAFFLES LOOSE (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 44,130 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy REAR SILENCER BAFFLES LOOSE (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 43,072 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 43,072 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 42,816 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 40,886 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 40,886 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 26,094 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 22,309 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 18,705 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 18,705 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 14,687 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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YP62 HFO is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 YP62 HFO, 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 YP62 HFO registered?

YP62 HFO is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is YP62 HFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP62 HFO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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