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FG09 LAE

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

53,468 mi
Last recorded53,468 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 LAE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 53,468 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 45,064 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 45,064 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 44,237 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 43,593 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2022 42,253 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 40,439 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 40,439 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2020 38,418 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 35,973 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 33,006 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2017 30,492 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 27,055 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 27,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 May 2015 24,491 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 24,491 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 21,992 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,462 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,634 miles

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

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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FG09 LAE is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG09 LAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG09 LAE registered?

FG09 LAE is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 April 2009.

Is FG09 LAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 LAE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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