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FD09 FAM

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

80,083 mi
Last recorded80,083 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 FAM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 80,083 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to outer sills to floor

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

some deterioration to wiper blades

washer bottle leak

wear and perishing with cracks to all four tyres

Fail 15 Sep 2025 80,083 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to outer sills to floor

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

some deterioration to wiper blades

washer bottle leak

wear and perishing with cracks to all four tyres

Pass 14 Sep 2024 77,333 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 77,326 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 70,004 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 70,004 miles

Emissions not tested due to no oil (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 59,274 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2019 59,271 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 55,580 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2018 55,566 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 52,522 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 47,206 miles

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer bottle leaking water

Pass 10 Jun 2015 44,549 miles

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

centre rear stop lamp not working

Fail 7 Jun 2014 41,910 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 41,910 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 35,368 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 26,961 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 26,961 miles

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

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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FD09 FAM is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 FD09 FAM, 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 FD09 FAM registered?

FD09 FAM is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is FD09 FAM safe to buy?

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