1995 · 29 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1995 Nissan Micra MOT pass rate and common faults

290 MOT tests in 2024. 56.9% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time56.9%
Failed or needed repairs43.1%
Typical mileage at test70,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 290 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength11.4%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt6.6%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced6.6%
  4. Service brake imbalance: across an axle5.5%
  5. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam5.2%
  6. Position lamp: not working4.1%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.8%
  8. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.4%
  9. Stop lamp: not working3.1%
  10. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid3.1%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics37.6%
  2. Brakes21.4%
  3. Suspension17.2%
  4. Body & chassis16.9%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)13.1%
  6. Seat belts & airbags8.3%
  7. Emissions & leaks7.9%
  8. Tyres5.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.8%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded13.4%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm10.0%
  4. Registration plates: inscription illegible10.0%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.6%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1995 Nissan Micra?

In 2024, 56.9% of 1995 Nissan Micra cars passed their MOT first time, across 290 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 Nissan Micra?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1995 Nissan Micra reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).