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YP62 URK

2012 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,938 mi
Last recorded111,938 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Nissan Micra39,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 URK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 111,938 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 111,934 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 101,694 miles

Corrosion under vehicle

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen has small chip

Pass 19 Aug 2022 90,630 miles

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

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2022 90,630 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2021 78,181 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 78,181 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 60,713 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 52,275 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective offside/nearside (both) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 47,053 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both front head lamp insecure

Pass 14 Sep 2017 41,237 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 41,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked at flexi (3.6.B.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 37,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 26,441 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 URK is a 2012 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 URK, 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 URK registered?

YP62 URK is a 2012 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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