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BF09 VYZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

125,049 mi
Last recorded125,049 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 VYZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 125,049 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 125,049 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 113,265 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 113,265 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 94,914 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 94,914 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 78,448 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 58,746 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Feb 2022 58,746 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Feb 2021 42,558 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 41,645 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 39,960 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 39,960 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 36,605 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 36,605 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 33,876 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 33,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 30,400 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 30,400 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 27,027 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 27,027 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 23,566 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 23,566 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 20,672 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 17,453 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 17,453 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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BF09 VYZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 48,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF09 VYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this Nissan Micra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF09 VYZ registered?

BF09 VYZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 March 2009.

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The MOT history for BF09 VYZ shows 26 tests with a 57.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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