2016 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · VE16 XTZ
2016 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 80,552 miles. MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN MICRA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,552 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE16 XTZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 80,552 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VE16 XTZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Nissan Micra (VE16 XTZ) between May 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 20 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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.
VE16 XTZ Mileage History
- 10/05/202245,383 mi
- 26/04/202353,445 mi+8,062 mi
- 05/04/202464,959 mi+11,514 mi
- 04/04/202572,850 mi+7,891 mi
- 17/03/202680,552 mi+7,702 mi
Average of roughly 9,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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