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BN59 VLS

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,120 mi
Last recorded114,120 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 VLS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 114,120 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 101,203 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 100,919 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 73,312 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 72,160 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 69,239 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 65,826 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 62,270 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 58,003 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 51,691 miles

n/s/r tyre bald on edge

Pass 13 Sep 2017 45,356 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 38,876 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 32,610 miles

tack in the o/s/f tyre

Fail 9 Sep 2015 32,610 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

tack in the o/s/f tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2014 27,254 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,588 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,640 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 16,640 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 VLS is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN59 VLS, 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 VLS registered?

BN59 VLS is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is BN59 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 VLS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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