Nissan Micra (2022)
2022 Nissan Micra
CarHunch analysed 5,272 real MOT records for the 2022 Nissan Micra. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Nissan Micra is a genuinely reliable performer, passing its first MOT 95.4% of the time against the UK average of 80%—that's a 15-point margin that speaks volumes. With only 3.1% ever having a dangerous defect, it's a safe bet compared to many rivals.
These cars are averaging 17,811 miles at test, which is spot-on for their age, and owners are reporting just 0.1 failures and 1.0 advisory per vehicle on average. If you're in the market for a nearly-new Micra, have a pre-purchase inspection done anyway, but statistically you're buying into one of the stronger cohorts out there.
What to check before buying a 2022 Nissan Micra
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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Nissan Micra 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 2022 Nissan Micra vehicles fall between 9,972 and 23,189 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2022 Nissan Micra
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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13.9%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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13.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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12.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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10.1%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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9.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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9.1%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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9.1%
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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6.9%
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022. Counts include advisories and failures.
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