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GK09 ZHW

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

154,027 mi
Last recorded154,027 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 ZHW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 154,027 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge to rear,all four (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 154,026 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge to rear,all four (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 137,965 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 137,965 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 128,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 128,560 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 123,538 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Non obligatory mirror missing

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 117,089 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 117,089 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 111,340 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 111,335 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 107,662 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 97,438 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 97,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 84,693 miles

Near side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 16 Feb 2016 84,693 miles

Near side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 65,967 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 46,963 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 27,126 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 13,078 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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GK09 ZHW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 GK09 ZHW, 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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GK09 ZHW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 March 2009.

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