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GV09 KNW

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,946 mi
Last recorded57,946 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 KNW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 57,946 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2025 57,921 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 57,583 miles

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

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

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

Rear silencer clamp corroded but still secure

Pass 9 Oct 2023 57,181 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 56,781 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2022 56,781 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade is split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade is split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Both front tyres wearing on outer edges and perished and starting to split, would suggest new front tyres and 4 wheel alignment

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear rear wiper blade poor condition needs new

Pass 4 Oct 2021 56,376 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 56,060 miles

Nearside Rear tyre bald on outer edge and nail in tread

Pass 14 Jun 2019 55,275 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 54,510 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint clamp corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 54,510 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint clamp corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 53,502 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside wiper blade split at ends, clearing screen

Pass 15 Jun 2016 52,151 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 2 Jul 2015 50,326 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 49,359 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 45,940 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 40,496 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 40,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GV09 KNW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GV09 KNW, 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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GV09 KNW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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