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Nissan Micra S Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Nissan Micra S Auto reliable? We analysed 796 real MOT tests across 186 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 796 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.9%
Typical Mileage
65,503mi
Annual Mileage
2,641mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Nissan Micra S Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Nissan Micra S Auto.

Specifications

Nissan Micra S Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Nissan Micra S Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1240cc
Engine
80bhp
Power
17.9sec
0–62 mph
42.8mpg
Combined
161g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1240cc
Power
80 BHP
0–62 mph
17.9 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
42.8 mpg
Urban
34.4 mpg
Extra-urban
49.6 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1981

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
161 g/km Band G
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£200
Road tax (6 mo.)
£110
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Nissan Micra S Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Nissan Micra S Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Nissan Micra S Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Nissan Micra S Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Nissan Micra S Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
1,417 mi/yr
Typical
2,641 mi/yr
Average
3,745 mi/yr
Heavy usage
4,760 mi/yr

Nissan Micra S Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Nissan Micra S Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
65,503 mi
75th Percentile
81,028 mi
95th Percentile
109,842 mi
Max Recorded
554,487 mi

How Does the Nissan Micra S Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Nissan Micra S Auto THIS CAR 78.9% 796 65,503 mi — yrs
Nissan Micra 71.4% 10,566,512 55,214 mi 37 yrs
Nissan Qashqai 77.3% 6,506,323 59,398 mi 19 yrs
Nissan Juke 79.3% 3,002,435 49,593 mi 16 yrs
Renault Trafic SL27 DCI 115 74% 1,394 132,332 mi — yrs

Compared to the Nissan Micra (71.4% pass rate) and the Nissan Qashqai (77.3% pass rate), the Nissan Micra S Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Nissan Micra S Auto?

The Nissan Micra S Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.9% across 796 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Nissan Micra S Auto owner drives around 2,641 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Nissan Micra S Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Micra S Auto reliable?
Based on 796 MOT tests, the Nissan Micra S Auto has a 78.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Nissan Micra S Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Nissan Micra S Auto do per year?
The typical Nissan Micra S Auto does around 2,641 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Nissan Micra S Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Nissan Micra S Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.