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DV09 LMU

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

101,952 mi
Last recorded101,952 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 LMU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 101,952 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 101,951 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak middle pipe (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Rear exhaust back box missing

Pass 5 Feb 2022 93,375 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2022 93,375 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 86,601 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 86,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 81,480 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 77,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 77,569 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 58,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres badly cracked/perished

Fail 1 Feb 2018 58,780 miles

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

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres badly cracked/perished

Pass 25 Jan 2017 51,883 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 26 Jan 2016 45,836 miles

slight oil leak, sump has minor damage

Pass 7 Jan 2015 41,059 miles

A C rad damage !!!

bad oil leak (drain plug )

engine light on dash (fault)

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection !!!

Pass 31 Jan 2014 30,186 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 21,903 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 21,898 miles

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

os front tyre tread low ns rear inner wheel rim damaged front pads low front disc edge worn to a lip

Fail 16 Apr 2012 18,617 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 18,617 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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DV09 LMU 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 63.2%.

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 DV09 LMU, 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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DV09 LMU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 April 2009.

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