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HG09 VPK

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

106,715 mi
Last recorded106,715 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 VPK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 106,715 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 106,715 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 91,494 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 81,112 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2024 81,112 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 78,067 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 75,712 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 75,712 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 73,028 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2021 73,026 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 71,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + off side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 65,483 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge 185/50/16

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 26 Jul 2017 49,475 miles

exhaust in poor condition

Fail 26 Jul 2017 49,475 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,672 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2015 31,912 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 31,912 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 22,120 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 14,858 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 11,913 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 11,913 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HG09 VPK 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 HG09 VPK, 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 HG09 VPK registered?

HG09 VPK is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is HG09 VPK safe to buy?

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