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FP09 VHW

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,594 mi
Last recorded129,594 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 129,594 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Feb 2019 129,594 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 120,894 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 114,264 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 102,938 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 86,019 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jun 2013 53,841 miles

NSF tyre scrubbed outer edge

Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,896 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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FP09 VHW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VHW, 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 VHW registered?

FP09 VHW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is FP09 VHW safe to buy?

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