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BN59 RCZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,907 mi
Last recorded88,907 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 RCZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 88,907 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 88,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2019 79,814 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 79,814 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 61,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 51,087 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 46,998 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 46,998 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 43,097 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 43,097 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,709 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2014 33,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 19,668 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 19,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 14,695 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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BN59 RCZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN59 RCZ, 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.

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What year was BN59 RCZ registered?

BN59 RCZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is BN59 RCZ safe to buy?

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