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DU59 LEJ

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,910 mi
Last recorded76,910 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 LEJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 76,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 69,309 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 63,312 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 59,266 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 59,266 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 54,528 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 54,369 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 53,120 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 49,963 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 46,090 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 38,849 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 38,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 34,929 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 27,901 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 21,901 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 21,901 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nsf tyre sidewall damage,no cords

nsr tyre edge bald

Pass 24 Jul 2013 13,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,299 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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DU59 LEJ 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 DU59 LEJ, 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 DU59 LEJ registered?

DU59 LEJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DU59 LEJ safe to buy?

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