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EY09 VRC

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,811 mi
Last recorded69,811 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY09 VRC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 69,811 miles

n/s/f track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating slightly

Pass 20 Nov 2017 69,634 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake disc worn

Pass 24 Aug 2016 62,820 miles

Front brake discs corroded/pitted/lipped

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 60,473 miles

Centre stoplight not working

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

hubcaps fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2014 43,772 miles

Off side rear tyre 2mm

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 43,772 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Off side rear tyre 2mm

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 35,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 35,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 75,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 75,365 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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EY09 VRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EY09 VRC, 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 EY09 VRC registered?

EY09 VRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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