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BN09 OVL

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,177 mi
Last recorded103,177 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 OVL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 103,177 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 99,077 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 88,155 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 81,621 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 75,540 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 73,264 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 70,397 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 64,529 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 58,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outeredge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 58,383 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outeredge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 46,466 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,367 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 34,925 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 28,947 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 21,361 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 15,990 miles

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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BN09 OVL is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BN09 OVL, 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 BN09 OVL registered?

BN09 OVL is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is BN09 OVL safe to buy?

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