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GV09 XNJ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

89,453 mi
Last recorded89,453 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 XNJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 89,453 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 89,451 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 88,857 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 88,857 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 88,307 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 86,839 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 85,685 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 83,437 miles

Check tyre pressures .

Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 83,428 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Check tyre pressures .

Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,736 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 78,736 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 71,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on edges . (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 66,111 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 58,324 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 58,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 49,259 miles

Offside Rear chassis damaged slight

Pass 10 Nov 2014 40,786 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 40,786 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 40,041 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 35,635 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 35,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 29,965 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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GV09 XNJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 GV09 XNJ, 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 GV09 XNJ registered?

GV09 XNJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 August 2009.

Is GV09 XNJ safe to buy?

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