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DV59 VKM

2009 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

40,991 mi
Last recorded40,991 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV59 VKM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 40,991 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 40,072 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 40,071 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both smear across screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Unrepairable ()

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 37,681 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 27,295 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2022 27,294 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 22,080 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 22,079 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 21,807 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 21,438 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 20,832 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 20,110 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 19,074 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 18,033 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 16,817 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 16,817 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 14,125 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 10,945 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 10,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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DV59 VKM is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DV59 VKM, 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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DV59 VKM is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 November 2009.

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