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GU09 DSZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

118,167 mi
Last recorded118,167 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 DSZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 118,167 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

underbody corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2026 118,167 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

underbody corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2025 113,862 miles

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

underbody corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2025 113,862 miles

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

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

underbody corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2024 110,013 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2023 106,484 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides big bush(s) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2022 102,367 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 99,816 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 99,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 93,467 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 87,924 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 81,925 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance BOTH (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 1 Mar 2018 81,925 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance BOTH (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 74,363 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2017 74,363 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 69,076 miles

Rear exhaust clamp corroded.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 69,076 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust clamp corroded.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 59,258 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,264 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 44,185 miles

n/s front tyre getting low on tread and smooth on outer edge

n/s rear tyre getting low on tread and wearing on outer edge

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 19 Mar 2013 44,172 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s front tyre getting low on tread and smooth on outer edge

n/s rear tyre getting low on tread and wearing on outer edge

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 26 Mar 2012 38,423 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 38,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GU09 DSZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 GU09 DSZ, 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 GU09 DSZ registered?

GU09 DSZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 May 2009.

Is GU09 DSZ safe to buy?

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