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BN09 ZVK

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,989 mi
Last recorded49,989 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 ZVK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 49,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 49,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 48,763 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 48,761 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working nearside rear stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely rear parking brake grabbing (1.3.1 (c))

Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front service brake efficiency only just met minimum requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 46,211 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 46,209 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 41,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs worn pitted or scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear service brake imbalance requirements only just met (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 37,293 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs worn scored pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 35,884 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 35,884 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 34,935 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 32,549 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 29,181 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 29,181 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour REPLACED BULB (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/60R15 MOHAWK (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 25,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 31 Mar 2016 21,778 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 18,647 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 16,486 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,267 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 ZVK is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN09 ZVK, 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 ZVK registered?

BN09 ZVK is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is BN09 ZVK safe to buy?

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