Nissan Micra: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 11.0% of Nissan Micra MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1998, 2003 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 4,202 | 11.7% |
| 1997 | 5,738 | 12.1% |
| 1998 | 11,272 | 13.2% |
| 1999 | 18,951 | 12.0% |
| 2000 | 23,863 | 11.5% |
| 2001 | 33,822 | 11.4% |
| 2002 | 56,360 | 10.4% |
| 2003 | 75,894 | 14.0% |
| 2014 | 84,080 | 7.5% |
| 2015 | 75,084 | 5.4% |
| 2016 | 61,505 | 4.8% |
| 2017 | 75,528 | 10.7% |
Methodology & source. 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.