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GY09 LWZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

128,245 mi
Last recorded128,245 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 LWZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 128,245 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 128,245 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/60x15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 120,411 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front very close to limit 17560158 budget (5.2.3 (e))

drivers seat cushion loose

passenger front seat back rest does not move

Fail 13 Jan 2025 120,411 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread 1756015 budget (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front very close to limit 17560158 budget (5.2.3 (e))

drivers seat cushion loose

passenger front seat back rest does not move

Pass 12 Jan 2024 109,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads are 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

drivers seat bottom is lose

Fail 12 Jan 2024 109,437 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested incorrect beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads are 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

drivers seat bottom is lose

Pass 5 Jan 2023 99,606 miles

exhaust system corroding

Fail 5 Jan 2023 99,604 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

exhaust system corroding

Pass 11 Jan 2022 92,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges apx 3mm 175/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Jan 2022 92,987 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges apx 3mm 175/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 86,089 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 86,089 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front white light (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 75,983 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 75,983 miles

Headlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working 501 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 69,536 miles

crack in windscreen drivers corner below driver view

offside rear road wheel buckled slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2017 63,727 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 63,727 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 54,966 miles

nearside front outer tread

Fail 25 May 2016 54,966 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front outer tread

Pass 25 Jun 2015 44,378 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 37,372 miles

front pads getting low

both front tyres low on edges

engine management light on

Fail 8 May 2013 30,872 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 30,872 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,268 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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GY09 LWZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GY09 LWZ, 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 GY09 LWZ registered?

GY09 LWZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 April 2009.

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