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FY09 RCF

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

86,614 mi
Last recorded86,614 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 RCF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 86,614 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 86,614 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 83,373 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 79,009 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 79,009 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2023 73,870 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 70,111 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 70,111 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2021 65,196 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 62,211 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,073 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 49,965 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 45,560 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 40,057 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 34,633 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 28,045 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 22,099 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 15,753 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 15,753 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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FY09 RCF is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc 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 FY09 RCF, 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 FY09 RCF registered?

FY09 RCF is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is FY09 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 RCF 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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