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BN59 ZVO

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

71,422 mi
Last recorded71,422 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 71,422 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2026 71,422 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 67,317 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 63,476 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,182 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 57,631 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 57,631 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both Front Indicator Bulbs Showing White (4.4.3 (a))

Front Side repeater incorrect colour Both Side Repeaters Bulb Showing White (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 54,018 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 54,018 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 52,443 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 52,443 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 49,115 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade insecure

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 43,349 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 43,349 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 38,228 miles

Both front tyres have edge wear

Pass 26 Sep 2016 33,842 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 28,976 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 28,976 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 25,285 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,275 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 20,275 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 14,544 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,544 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 ZVO is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 ZVO, 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 ZVO registered?

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

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