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Nissan Micra MOT Results

Registered in 2016
82.4% pass rate
from 10,816 tests in 2021
(9.6% worse than other 2016 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 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Nissan Micra is unusually good or bad.

  • 6.3% fail on Visibility (59% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 5.6% fail on Wipers (98% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.78% fail on Washers (30% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.0092% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.0092% fail on Windscreen
  • 3.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 1.7% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.6% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.12% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 1.4% fail on Headlamps (96% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 1.4% fail on Headlamp (120% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.54% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (54% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.15% fail on Stop lamp (76% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.15% fail on Electrical equipment (120% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Horn (190% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.028% fail on Battery(ies)
    • 0.13% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.13% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.13% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.092% fail on Direction indicators (74% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.092% fail on Flashing type (74% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.046% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.046% fail on Side repeaters (83% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.018% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.018% fail on Position lamp
  • 3.7% fail on Suspension (79% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 2.6% fail on Suspension arms (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 2.1% fail on Pins and bushes (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.40% fail on Ball joint (100% worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.018% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (11 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0092% fail on Suspension arm
    • 1.1% fail on Wheel bearings (12 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.083% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.028% fail on Springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.028% fail on Coil springs (98% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.028% fail on Coil spring (98% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.028% fail on Anti-roll bars (86% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0092% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.0092% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0092% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
    • 0.018% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.018% fail on Ball joint dust cover (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.018% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0092% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0092% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.0092% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
  • 3.4% fail on Brakes (21% worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Brake performance (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
      • 2.3% fail on Service brake performance (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 2.3% fail on Rbt (4 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 2.2% fail on Service brake performance (5 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.21% fail on Service brake imbalance (170% worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0092% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0092% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.26% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.26% fail on Rbt (sp) (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.24% fail on Service brake imbalance (3 times worse than other 2016 cars)
          • 0.028% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.083% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (64% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.083% fail on Rbt (sp) (62% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.055% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.055% fail on Rbt
          • 0.037% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0092% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.0092% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.028% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.78% fail on Mechanical brake components (59% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.59% fail on Brake linings and pads (63% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.59% fail on Brake pads (62% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Brake discs and drums (42% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.28% fail on Brake discs (42% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0092% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
        • 0.0092% fail on Lever
    • 0.10% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.092% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.0092% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.074% fail on Rigid brake pipes
    • 0.065% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.046% fail on Pedal
      • 0.018% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.028% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.018% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.0092% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.0092% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.0092% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.0092% fail on Lever
    • 0.0092% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0092% fail on Other components
  • 1.9% fail on Tyres (52% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.99% fail on Tread depth (49% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.82% fail on Condition (61% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Size/type
  • 0.45% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (46% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.43% fail on Exhaust emissions (47% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.42% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.22% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.18% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.028% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.018% fail on Compression ignition (95% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0092% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0092% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.028% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.028% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 0.27% fail on Body, chassis, structure (51% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.092% fail on Transmission (58% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.092% fail on Drive shafts (54% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.083% fail on Joints (58% better than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.0092% fail on Drive shaft
    • 0.074% fail on Doors
      • 0.074% fail on Front passenger's door (6 times worse than other 2016 cars)
        • 0.074% fail on Door condition (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.055% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.028% fail on Body
      • 0.018% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0092% fail on Body condition
    • 0.018% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.018% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.0092% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.0092% fail on Undertray
  • 0.15% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.11% fail on Attachment
    • 0.037% fail on Condition
  • 0.10% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (65% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.055% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.037% fail on Seat belts (78% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.018% fail on Requirements
      • 0.018% fail on Condition (88% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.0092% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0092% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.083% fail on Steering (69% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.065% fail on Steering linkage components (70% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.046% fail on Track rod end (77% better than other 2016 cars)
      • 0.0092% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0092% fail on Drag link end
    • 0.0092% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0092% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0092% fail on Steering wheel
  • 0.074% fail on Identification of the vehicle (65% better than other 2016 cars)
    • 0.074% fail on Registration plates (65% better than other 2016 cars)
Read the Honest John Review

  • Nissan Micra (2010 - 2016)
    Low emissions and fuel consumption from 1.2-litre engine. Roomy and seats five. Decent value for money. Bluetooth as standard.

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