Electric power steering (EPS) motor / sensor
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Heavy steering, EPS warning
Fix: Repair or replace the column
€200–600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Nissan Micra K12
2002–2010
3
engines covered
11
known faults
116,498
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
9
official recalls
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The Nissan Micra K12 was built from 2002 to 2010.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 11 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Crankshaft bearing wear: it usually appears at 180,000–280,000 km and costs €1,500–3,000 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (32.3 %), suspension (18.8 %), tyres and wheels (7.3 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: lights, wipers and visibility. It fails less often than average on: brakes, body and corrosion, exhaust, emissions and leaks.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.4 16v (Nissan CR10DE / CR12DE / CR14DE) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 · API SL · ~2.7–3.2 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · Renault RN0700 / Nissan · ~4.4 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.5 dCi (K9K) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km / every 72 mo | 5W-30 · Renault RN0720 (DPF) / RN0710 · ~4.5 L · every 10,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Takata airbag recall check
at any mileage · Medium risk
Signs: Inflators can rupture — many 2000s models were recalled
Fix: Check at the dealer with the VIN (free)
free / recall
Faults by engine
1.0 / 1.2 / 1.4 16v (Nissan CR10DE / CR12DE / CR14DE)
Timing chain stretch
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Rattle for a few seconds on start
Fix: Replace the chain kit
€400–800
Ignition coils
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire
Fix: Replace coil
€60–180
1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE)
Timing chain stretch (rare)
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rattle
Fix: Replace the chain kit
€600–1,100
Ignition coil
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire
Fix: Replace
€60–150
1.5 dCi (K9K)
Injector wear
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rough idle, smoke
Fix: Replace injectors
€600–1,400
Crankshaft bearing wear
usually 180,000–280,000 km · High risk
Signs: Knock under load; worse on older engines
Fix: Keep oil changes at 10,000 km
€1,500–3,000
EGR / DPF
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€250–1,200
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Automatic 4-speed (older)
Solenoids / pressure regulator (limp mode)
usually 100,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Harsh shifts, stuck in 3rd, gearbox warning
Fix: Fluid change, solenoid / valve body repair
€300–1,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.4 16v (Nissan CR10DE / CR12DE / CR14DE) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 116,498 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 2.4 % | 4.6 % | 6.3 % | 7.9 % | 9.2 % | 9.1 % |
| Suspension | 6.3 % | 12.6 % | 18.8 % | 23.4 % | 26.0 % | 27.7 % |
| Steering | 0.4 % | 1.6 % | 3.0 % | 4.2 % | 4.7 % | 4.1 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 3.2 % | 5.5 % | 7.3 % | 8.6 % | 9.9 % | 10.6 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 12.6 % | 22.4 % | 32.3 % | 38.0 % | 42.0 % | 41.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 1.4 % | 3.4 % | 5.1 % | 6.9 % | 8.4 % | 9.2 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.8 % | 1.8 % | 4.0 % | 6.5 % | 8.1 % | 10.3 % |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (9). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Steering Loss of steering control04/08/2015 · R/2015/135
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Unexpected acceleration may occur20/04/2015 · R/2015/066
- Airbag Driver airbag may fracture during detonation17/02/2015 · R/2014/137
- Steering Steering wheel fixing bolt may not be tightened correctly23/05/2013 · R/2013/063
- Engine / loss of power Engine may stall & fail to restart29/11/2010 · R/2010/185
- Airbag Airbag may not deploy24/04/2009 · R/2009/015
- Doors / locks / lids Door may open during driving24/02/2005 · R/2004/171
- Steering Steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen.06/05/2003 · R/2003/066
The other recalls (1) are listed in the app.
Other generations
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 07/10/2026