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GL09 BNY

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

130,082 mi
Last recorded130,082 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 BNY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 130,082 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front shock absorbers corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2024 130,079 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front shock absorbers corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2023 127,971 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 127,969 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 125,616 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 125,596 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 119,126 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 111,643 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs corroded

secondary bonnet catch stiff

Fail 19 May 2020 111,519 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

front brake discs corroded

secondary bonnet catch stiff

Pass 30 May 2019 108,597 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 108,464 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 105,751 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2017 93,876 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 93,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/50/16V (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 81,618 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 66,886 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 49,736 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 42,108 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 18 Jul 2013 42,108 miles

rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,795 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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GL09 BNY is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol 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 GL09 BNY, 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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GL09 BNY is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 August 2009.

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