NISSAN MICRA MOT pass rate
72.1% of 342,212 NISSAN MICRA MOT tests pass.
At 72.1%, The MICRA passes slightly less often than the average across all NISSAN models (74.9%).
The NISSAN MICRA passes 72.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the NISSAN MICRA tested at 0–3 years pass 94.4% of the time, compared with just 64.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.4% | 8,333 | 16,800 miles |
| 3–6 years | 87.4% | 32,375 | 27,875 miles |
| 6–10 years | 78.9% | 63,644 | 41,627 miles |
| 10–15 years | 72.3% | 87,536 | 64,091 miles |
| 15+ years | 64.5% | 150,324 | 80,122 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the NISSAN MICRA
The most common reason the NISSAN MICRA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 70.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 70.3% | Not working |
| Suspension | 49.2% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Brakes | 24.1% | Excessively binding |
| Visibility | 20.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 17.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 13.1% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 4.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.2% | Inscription illegible |
Related NISSAN models
- NISSAN QASHQAI — 75.0% pass rate
- NISSAN JUKE — 76.4% pass rate
- NISSAN NOTE — 72.6% pass rate
- NISSAN X-TRAIL — 75.5% pass rate
- NISSAN NAVARA — 77.3% pass rate
- NISSAN LEAF — 85.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the NISSAN MICRA?
- 72.1% of NISSAN MICRA MOT tests pass, based on 342,212 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the NISSAN MICRA?
- The most common reason the NISSAN MICRA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 70.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the NISSAN MICRA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the NISSAN service history guide for how to check and keep one.