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GY59 LYX

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,929 mi
Last recorded44,929 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 LYX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 44,929 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 42,777 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 40,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 38,265 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy cracking on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 36,443 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 35,280 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 35,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 32,702 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 30,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tread cracked

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tread stepped

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 27,701 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,374 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,932 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 15,378 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 14,392 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 12,644 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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GY59 LYX is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GY59 LYX, 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 GY59 LYX registered?

GY59 LYX is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is GY59 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 LYX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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