Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2013–2016 Nissan Micra 1.2 Petrol Automatic. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Jerky pull-away, delayed engagement into Drive or Reverse, revs rising without matching speed, humming or shuddering when moving off, or warning lights with reduced drive.
From cold and again when warm, select Drive and pull away gently several times, then creep in traffic-speed conditions and do one steady acceleration to 40-50 mph.
£4,500
Wet boot carpet, standing water in the spare-wheel well, condensation, mould smell, or unexplained dampness after rain.
Trace the entry point, reseal the affected grommet or lamp area, then dry the boot floor and under-trim thoroughly.
£300
Battery warning light, dimming electrics, repeated flat battery, slow cranking, or the car dying after starting.
Start the car from cold, let it idle with lights and blower on, then drive for a few minutes and restart it after stopping.
£450
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2013–2016 Nissan Micra 1.2 Petrol Automatic, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually