Nissan Micra MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

26.3%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Nissan Micra vehicles
Based on 261,528 MOT tests
1.7pp below the UK average (28%)

Nissan Micra in this age bracket has a 26.3% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Nissan Micra are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 5.0%
Lamps & Electrics 4.4%
Brakes 3.5%
Visibility 3.0%
Tyres 2.4%
Body & Chassis 0.7%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Nissan Micra MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.6% 26,317 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 15.8% 122,457 Suspension
6-10 years 26.3% 261,528 Suspension
11-15 years 37.6% 317,664 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 46.2% 359,363 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Nissan Micra reliable?

6-10-year-old Nissan Micra vehicles have a 26.3% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Nissan Micra?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 5.0% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.4% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.5% failure risk

How can I prepare my Nissan Micra for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Nissan Micra, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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