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GU09 OPW

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,781 mi
Last recorded106,781 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 OPW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 106,781 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nsf and osf (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsf and osf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 106,781 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nsf and osf (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlights (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsf and osf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 99,413 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are low on tread 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are perished and low on tread 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 99,413 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are low on tread 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are perished and low on tread 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 90,426 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 79,761 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 77,546 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 76,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Jan 2019 75,346 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 73,139 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2017 72,816 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 66,370 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre tread

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 57,151 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 53,043 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 48,938 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 1 Mar 2012 46,419 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Mar 2012 46,419 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 OPW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 GU09 OPW, 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 OPW registered?

GU09 OPW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is GU09 OPW safe to buy?

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