2019 Nissan Micra · 22,282 MOT tests
2019 Nissan Micra reliability
2019 Nissan Micras fail 13.9% of first MOT tests, 19% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 10 of 25 Micra years (22,282 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Nissan Micras: 36.3%)
- 13.9%
- first-time fail rate (all Nissan Micras: 36.3%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 19% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 4
- 22,582
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 4
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 22,282
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2019 against the years either side
- 2018 cars: 37% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2019 car does better)
- 2020 cars: 6% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2019 car does worse)
- Weak spot: suspension, 3.6% of tests fail here (300% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: lights and electrics, 20% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2019 car carries a 68 plate (January–February 2019), or a 19 plate (March–August 2019), or a 69 plate (September–December 2019).
Common problems
What fails on a 2019 Nissan Micra
Fail rate by area
- Tyres4.2%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4%
- Suspension3.6%
- Lights and electrics2.1%
- Brakes1.8%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks0.9%
- Body, chassis and structure0.2%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.76%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Suspension arm pin/bush excessively worn 1.83%
Worn suspension arm bushes allow the wheel to move unpredictably, affecting steering, handling and tyre wear.
Tyre tear from structural failure 0.92%
A tear in the tyre's structure means it can fail suddenly, so it must be replaced before the car is driven.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 0.87%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Tyre cut reaching ply or cords 0.83%
A cut reaching the ply or cords weakens the tyre and can cause a burst, so it must be replaced.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.79%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Common advisories
Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (17.55%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (9.84%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (7.58%) · Brake pads wearing thin (3.57%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (2.82%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (2.66%)
Other years
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2019 Nissan Micra reliable?
2019 Nissan Micras fail 13.9% of first MOT tests, 19% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 10 of 25 Micra years (22,282 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2019 Nissan Micra MOT?
Most often wiper blade not clearing windscreen (2.76% of tests), suspension arm pin/bush excessively worn (1.83% of tests), tyre tear from structural failure (0.92% of tests).
How many miles should a 2019 Nissan Micra have done?
At its MOT aged about 4, a typical 2019 Nissan Micra shows 22,582 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2019 car?
A car first registered in 2019 carries a 68 plate (January–February 2019), or a 19 plate (March–August 2019), or a 69 plate (September–December 2019).
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