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GK59 TYV

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,724 mi
Last recorded87,724 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 TYV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 87,724 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 87,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 78,537 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 78,537 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 70,628 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2024 70,628 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight oil leak from engine oil filter

Pass 16 May 2023 67,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2023 67,942 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 62,539 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 58,428 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 56,746 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 53,688 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 49,778 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 45,967 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 41,455 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 36,648 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 36,648 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 31,537 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 31,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 26,485 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 20,947 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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GK59 TYV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GK59 TYV, 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 GK59 TYV registered?

GK59 TYV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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