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DN09 VKZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,510 mi
Last recorded75,510 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 VKZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 75,510 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 69,639 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 69,639 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 59,790 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 49,000 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 38,898 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 35,836 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 35,105 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust slightly corroded

oil level on minimum

Fail 29 Jun 2020 35,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust slightly corroded

oil level on minimum

Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,852 miles

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

Offside Front drive shaft slightly corroded

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 17 Jun 2019 33,852 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front drive shaft slightly corroded

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2018 30,828 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2018 30,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,383 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,641 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 20,806 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 16,918 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 13,648 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,241 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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DN09 VKZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DN09 VKZ, 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 DN09 VKZ registered?

DN09 VKZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is DN09 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN09 VKZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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