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FP09 VHU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

46,991 mi
Last recorded46,991 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 VHU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 46,991 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 46,991 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2025 42,305 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 38,634 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 35,075 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 30,943 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 26,268 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 21,981 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 20,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 18,792 miles

all tyres perished slightly

Fail 14 Jun 2018 18,792 miles

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

all tyres perished slightly

Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,793 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side front and also perished (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 29 Jun 2016 14,598 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 12,405 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,365 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,132 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 6,342 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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FP09 VHU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FP09 VHU, 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 FP09 VHU registered?

FP09 VHU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is FP09 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 VHU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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