2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,269 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.9% in the 60-90k group versus 7.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 89 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.7% | 84 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.3% | 75 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 40 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.2% | 27 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 91 |
| 2 | Wipers | 78 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 38 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 28 |
| 5 | Coil spring | 18 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.1% | 637 |
| 2 | Suspension | 20.4% | 462 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.7% | 197 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.8% | 85 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 3.4% | 78 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.9% | 66 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,712 | 7.9% |
| 30-60k | 514 | 15.6% |
| 60-90k | 36 | 13.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 41 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 718 | 6.1% |
| 2024 | 724 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 786 | 15.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Micra N-Tec Ig-T
Before buying a 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (3.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (3.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-Ts pass their MOT?
90.2% of the 2,269 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by suspension (3.7%).
Does the 2020 Micra N-Tec Ig-T get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.9% in the 0-30k band to 13.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,269 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.