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FV09 YLW

2009 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

168,143 mi
Last recorded168,143 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 YLW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 168,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

park brake effort just passes advise investigate further

Fail 2 May 2024 168,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

park brake effort just passes advise investigate further

Pass 3 May 2023 155,728 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

oil level low

Fail 3 May 2023 155,728 miles

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

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

oil level low

Pass 24 Mar 2022 140,634 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 140,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 126,745 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 126,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 117,837 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 117,837 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 105,920 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 92,866 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 80,653 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 67,485 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,005 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,298 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 26,513 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 26,513 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 14,749 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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FV09 YLW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FV09 YLW, 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 FV09 YLW registered?

FV09 YLW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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