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Nissan Micra MOT Results

Registered in 2004
51.4% pass rate
from 16,269 tests in 2021
(4.5% worse than other 2004 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2004 cars and highlighted areas where the Nissan Micra is unusually good or bad.

  • 25% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (49% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 10% fail on Headlamps (88% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 9.9% fail on Headlamp (95% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.37% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.0061% fail on Dipswitch
    • 8.4% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (2 times worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 6.4% fail on Direction indicators (140% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 6.4% fail on Flashing type (140% worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 3.9% fail on Individual direction indicators (130% worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 3.2% fail on Side repeaters (2 times worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.17% fail on All direction indicators
    • 3.7% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.0% fail on Headlamp aim (12% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.71% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (54% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 3.4% fail on Stop lamp (22% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.89% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.51% fail on Battery(ies) (58% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.38% fail on Horn
      • 0.018% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.42% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (67% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.42% fail on Rear fog lamp (67% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.42% fail on Rear fog lamp (67% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.092% fail on Position lamps (56% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.080% fail on Position lamp (60% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.037% fail on Reversing lamps (18 times worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Reversing lamps (16 times worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Reversing lamp switch
    • 0.031% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.025% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
      • 0.0061% fail on Main beam tell-tale
    • 0.0061% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.0061% fail on Switch
    • 0.0061% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 19% fail on Suspension (11% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 7.7% fail on Springs (80% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 7.7% fail on Coil springs (82% worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 7.7% fail on Coil spring (83% worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.012% fail on Mounting
      • 0.031% fail on Spring mounting prescribed areas
    • 5.7% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 2.7% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (73% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 1.5% fail on Ball joint dust cover (110% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 1.1% fail on Linkage ball joints (34% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.30% fail on Ball joint (38% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Linkage (72% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.049% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.049% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (90% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Pins and bushes (91% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (79% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Linkage attachment bracket and mounting
    • 5.5% fail on Suspension arms
      • 3.1% fail on Ball joint (27% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 2.5% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.35% fail on Ball joint dust cover (65% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Suspension arm (87% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 2.3% fail on Wheel bearings (55% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (31% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Shock absorbers (72% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Sub-frames (61% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.068% fail on Sub-frame (75% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas (79% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.018% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.012% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.19% fail on Other suspension component (55% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint dust cover (76% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.012% fail on Pins and bushes (81% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.092% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.049% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.012% fail on Suspension rod
      • 0.0061% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.086% fail on Macpherson strut (62% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.049% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.025% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0061% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0061% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.0061% fail on Axles
      • 0.0061% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
  • 9.2% fail on Visibility (16% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 5.7% fail on Wipers (36% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 3.9% fail on Washers
    • 0.11% fail on View to rear (53% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Mirrors (52% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.098% fail on Bonnet (58% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.074% fail on Condition of glass (51% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.0061% fail on Driver's view
  • 5.8% fail on Tyres
    • 4.1% fail on Tread depth (14% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 1.8% fail on Condition (35% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.31% fail on Size/type
  • 5.7% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (25% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 5.5% fail on Exhaust emissions (24% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 5.2% fail on Spark ignition (13% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 3.0% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 1.8% fail on Catalyst emissions (33% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.89% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.037% fail on Non catalyst emissions
        • 0.012% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.012% fail on Other emission control equipment
      • 0.36% fail on Compression ignition (72% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.14% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo (78% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.098% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.055% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (84% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Emissions not tested (79% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.012% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
        • 0.0061% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0061% fail on Oxygen sensor
    • 0.29% fail on Fluid leaks (43% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.0061% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.0061% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
    • 0.0061% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0061% fail on Sound deadening material
  • 5.6% fail on Body, chassis, structure (38% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 2.7% fail on Exhaust system (17% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Fuel system (110% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.90% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (2 times worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Pipe
      • 0.043% fail on Tank (66% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Hose
    • 0.52% fail on Bumpers (160% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.45% fail on Integral vehicle structure (47% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.45% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (45% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.39% fail on Transmission (88% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.39% fail on Drive shafts (88% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.36% fail on Joints (89% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.018% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.012% fail on Bearing housing
      • 0.0061% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.0061% fail on Joints
    • 0.28% fail on Doors (46% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.11% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0061% fail on Hinge
      • 0.10% fail on Other passenger's door (59% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.10% fail on Door condition (59% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.061% fail on Front passenger's door (61% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.055% fail on Door condition (64% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.0061% fail on Catch
    • 0.23% fail on Seats
      • 0.18% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.049% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.15% fail on Body (47% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.092% fail on Other body component
      • 0.043% fail on Panel (68% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.018% fail on Body condition
    • 0.14% fail on Chassis (73% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Chassis condition (73% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Boot lid (120% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Boot lid condition (140% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Other boot lid component
    • 0.055% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.043% fail on Engine mounting condition
      • 0.012% fail on Bracket
    • 0.037% fail on Undertray
    • 0.031% fail on Load security (3 times worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Tailgate (6 times worse than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on Tailgate condition (8 times worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.0061% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0061% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0061% fail on Floor
    • 0.0061% fail on Cabs
      • 0.0061% fail on Prescribed areas
  • 5.1% fail on Steering (13% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 4.7% fail on Steering linkage components (43% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 4.5% fail on Track rod end (52% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.086% fail on Ball joint (54% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.012% fail on Steering arm
      • 0.012% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.17% fail on Power steering (47% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Operation
    • 0.12% fail on Electronic power steering (93% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Steering gear (88% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.092% fail on Steering rack (89% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Operation
      • 0.0061% fail on Steering box
    • 0.061% fail on Steering play (54% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.061% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.031% fail on Steering column
    • 0.025% fail on Steering wheel
    • 0.0061% fail on Steering coupling
      • 0.0061% fail on Universal joint
  • 5.1% fail on Brakes (63% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Brake performance (73% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.95% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (77% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.95% fail on Rbt (sp) (76% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.93% fail on Service brake performance (69% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.91% fail on Rbt (69% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.60% fail on Service brake performance (76% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.32% fail on Service brake imbalance (46% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.025% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.28% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (75% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.28% fail on Rbt (sp) (74% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.22% fail on Service brake imbalance (74% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.086% fail on Service brake performance (77% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.25% fail on Parking brake performance (85% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Rbt (85% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.21% fail on Parking brake performance (85% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.018% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (87% better than other 2004 cars)
          • 0.018% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.0061% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0061% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.061% fail on Brake performance not tested (84% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Mechanical brake components (35% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Brake linings and pads (35% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Brake pads (35% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.85% fail on Brake discs and drums (26% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.85% fail on Brake discs (25% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.0061% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.012% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (95% better than other 2004 cars)
        • 0.0061% fail on Cable
        • 0.0061% fail on Linkage
    • 0.45% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (70% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.44% fail on Anti-lock braking system (65% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.0061% fail on Electronic braking system
      • 0.0061% fail on Electronic stability control
    • 0.39% fail on Rigid brake pipes (89% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.35% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.35% fail on Lever
    • 0.28% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (43% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.26% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.018% fail on Pedal (91% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Flexible brake hoses (66% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.068% fail on Hydraulic systems (64% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Brake fluid (66% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0061% fail on Master cylinder
      • 0.0061% fail on Valves
    • 0.043% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (82% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder (71% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.018% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (88% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.018% fail on Other components
      • 0.0061% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.0061% fail on Other braking system component
      • 0.0061% fail on Additional braking device
    • 0.0061% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.0061% fail on Servos
  • 3.1% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 2.1% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (37% worse than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.92% fail on Seat belts (43% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.63% fail on Condition
      • 0.18% fail on Prescribed areas (82% better than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.068% fail on Requirements
      • 0.031% fail on Pre-tensioners (7 times worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Attachment
    • 0.12% fail on Airbags (110% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Drivers airbag (96% worse than other 2004 cars)
      • 0.012% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.68% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.67% fail on Registration plates
    • 0.0061% fail on Vehicle Identification Number
  • 0.30% fail on Road Wheels (33% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Attachment (48% better than other 2004 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Condition
  • 0.012% fail on Buses and coaches supplementary tests
    • 0.012% fail on Doors
      • 0.012% fail on Passenger entrance/exit doors
  • 0.012% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0061% fail on Anchorages
    • 0.0061% fail on Belt(s)/padding
  • 0.0061% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.0061% fail on Speedometer
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