2012 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · SO12 VBC
2012 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 07 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 58,577 miles. MOT expired on 03 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN MICRA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,577 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO12 VBC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2024
- 58,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
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SO12 VBC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Nissan Micra (SO12 VBC) between August 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
SO12 VBC Mileage History
- 03/08/202242,956 mi
- 12/07/202347,664 mi+4,708 mi
- 08/07/202458,577 mi+10,913 mi
Average of roughly 8,093 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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