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Nissan Micra MOT reliability

Reliability from 5 Nissan Micra cars with real DVSA MOT history — how often they pass first time, the most common failure reasons.

Reviewed by the Motoring Today Editorial team · methodology in our editorial standards.

How reliable is the Nissan Micra at MOT?

Across 1 Nissan Micra cars on Motoring Today, the average first-time MOT pass rate is 100%. 100% of stock currently holds a valid MOT, with a median of 12 months left on the certificate. The most common reasons these cars fail an MOT are suspension, brakes and tyres, from real DVSA test history.

Avg pass rate
100%
Valid MOT
1 / 1
Median MOT left
12 mo
Top failure
Suspension
100First-time MOT pass
Average pass rate
Stock with valid MOT
1 / 1
100% road-ready
Median MOT left
12 mo
Expiring < 2 mo
0
Plan for an MOT soon after purchase

Most common MOT failures on the Nissan Micra

Grouped reasons for MOT rejection across 5 Nissan Micra cars with DVSA test history in our stock (12 recorded failure items).

Failure areaRecorded failuresShare of failures
Suspension758%
Brakes433%
Tyres18%

Based on real DVSA MOT test records for cars currently listed. Individual condition varies — always check the specific car's MOT history and advisories on its listing.

MOT pass rate is the percentage of Nissan Micra cars in our stock that passed their most recent MOT on the first attempt, based on DVSA history. A pass rate above 80% is generally strong for a car of this age.

If a car you're viewing is approaching its MOT expiry, factor in the cost of any advisories — these are listed on each vehicle detail page.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common MOT failures on the Nissan Micra?
Across 5 Nissan Micra cars on Motoring Today with DVSA MOT history, the most common reasons for MOT failure are suspension, brakes and tyres (suspension account for 58% of recorded failures).