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FL59 MXU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

89,672 mi
Last recorded89,672 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 MXU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 89,672 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 89,672 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 87,409 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 85,772 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2023 85,772 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 83,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 81,439 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 81,439 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 79,017 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 76,832 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2019 76,832 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 73,549 miles

Front both side wish bone rear bushes

Pass 23 Sep 2017 66,846 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 64,060 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 56,983 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 53,235 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 53,235 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 43,107 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 35,324 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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FL59 MXU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red 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 FL59 MXU, 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 FL59 MXU registered?

FL59 MXU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is FL59 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 MXU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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