Nissan Micra Acenta (2016)
2016 Nissan Micra Acenta
CarHunch analysed 109 real MOT records for the 2016 Nissan Micra Acenta. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Nissan Micra Acenta falls slightly short of the UK average with a 74.2% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, suggesting a modest reliability concern, though the complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is reassuring for safety-critical systems.
These Micras are running relatively light at 34,400 miles median, which explains the low failure count of just 0.32 per vehicle—they haven't yet accumulated enough wear to reveal typical weaknesses. When shopping for one, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focusing on fluid leaks and wear items (suspension, brakes) rather than structural damage, as the advisory count is essentially zero.
What to check before buying a 2016 Nissan Micra Acenta
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (79%) | 86 | 92.9% | 0.41 |
| Petrol (21%) | 23 | 4.4% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Nissan Micra Acenta vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Nissan Micra Acenta vehicles fall between 21,129 and 47,730 miles.
2016 Nissan Micra Acenta — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 72 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
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