2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 868 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and suspension. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.4% | 38 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.2% | 28 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.8% | 24 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 16 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 30 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 19 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 6 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 6 | Washers | 5 |
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 | 27.0% | 234 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.7% | 136 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.6% | 66 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.6% | 40 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 2.5% | 22 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.3% | 20 |
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 | 756 | 7.0% |
| 30-60k | 109 | 13.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 288 | 4.9% |
| 2024 | 286 | 8.4% |
| 2025 | 290 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt
Before buying a 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.4% 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.
- Visibility (3.2% 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.
- Suspension (2.8% 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.
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-T Cvts pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 868 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Nissan Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by visibility (3.2%).
Does the 2020 Micra N-Tec Ig-T Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 868 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.