NISSAN MICRA (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 468 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
468
Avg Mileage
16,266 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 NISSAN MICRA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the NISSAN brand average of 81%.
At 2 years old, 93% of NISSAN MICRAs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 468 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,266 miles.
How does the 2022 NISSAN MICRA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 NISSAN MICRA has 16,266 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a NISSAN MICRA?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 1996 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2022 sits between the two at 93%.
How much does a 2022 NISSAN MICRA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
NISSAN MICRA by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93% | 468 | 16,266 mi |
| 2021 | 94% | 10,540 | 17,646 mi |
| 2020 | 91% | 8,364 | 22,724 mi |
| 2019 | 89% | 13,764 | 28,831 mi |
| 2018 | 84% | 16,905 | 37,762 mi |
| 2017 | 80% | 21,797 | 41,414 mi |
| 2016 | 84% | 16,327 | 37,593 mi |
| 2015 | 83% | 20,028 | 45,113 mi |
| 2014 | 81% | 22,597 | 50,183 mi |
| 2013 | 80% | 19,076 | 54,963 mi |
| 2012 | 78% | 19,107 | 61,174 mi |
| 2011 | 77% | 21,009 | 66,242 mi |
| 2010 | 77% | 26,270 | 75,332 mi |
| 2009 | 76% | 26,535 | 78,114 mi |
| 2008 | 75% | 24,575 | 82,396 mi |
| 2007 | 74% | 23,186 | 82,908 mi |
| 2006 | 74% | 30,922 | 88,685 mi |
| 2005 | 72% | 27,370 | 87,328 mi |
| 2004 | 71% | 19,303 | 84,423 mi |
| 2003 | 70% | 17,510 | 80,670 mi |
| 2002 | 70% | 13,066 | 68,980 mi |
| 2001 | 69% | 7,680 | 68,798 mi |
| 2000 | 68% | 4,949 | 69,584 mi |
| 1999 | 70% | 6,792 | 71,270 mi |
| 1998 | 69% | 4,351 | 71,417 mi |
| 1997 | 70% | 2,273 | 73,070 mi |
| 1996 | 67% | 1,762 | 71,420 mi |
| 1995 | 70% | 1,055 | 74,079 mi |
| 1994 | 73% | 806 | 74,603 mi |
| 1993 | 71% | 455 | 79,043 mi |
| 1992 | 79% | 323 | 64,989 mi |
| 1991 | 72% | 383 | 62,054 mi |
| 1990 | 70% | 352 | 70,634 mi |
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About the 2022 NISSAN MICRA
The 2022 NISSAN MICRA is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 468 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 16,266 miles at 2 years old, NISSAN MICRA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 NISSAN MICRA Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 NISSAN MICRA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
NISSAN MICRA Reliability Trend
Newer NISSAN MICRAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 NISSAN MICRA
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (same) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-2%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (+1%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (+1%) from 28,824 tests