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BN59 VLM

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

85,865 mi
Last recorded85,865 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 VLM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 85,865 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 85,865 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 83,070 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 80,816 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 79,460 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 74,711 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 70,099 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 70,099 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2019 63,513 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 63,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2018 58,670 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 58,670 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 54,938 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 49,043 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 165/70/14 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 43,458 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,719 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,928 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 32,928 miles

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

Offside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,091 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 VLM is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BN59 VLM, 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 VLM registered?

BN59 VLM is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is BN59 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 VLM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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