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FX09 ZLV

2009 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

44,396 mi
Last recorded44,396 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 ZLV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 44,396 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 44,394 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 41,841 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 41,839 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2024 39,674 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 39,585 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 37,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 36,043 miles

BOTH FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS CORRODED

Fail 22 Feb 2022 36,043 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2021 34,320 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 33,203 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 31,976 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 30,706 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,848 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 26,850 miles

rear wiper torn

Pass 19 Feb 2015 23,300 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Feb 2014 20,682 miles

not able to inspect outer sills due to plastic covers fitted.

Pass 4 Mar 2013 17,077 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,325 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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FX09 ZLV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,386cc petrol 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 FX09 ZLV, 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 FX09 ZLV registered?

FX09 ZLV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 April 2009.

Is FX09 ZLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 ZLV 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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