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HJ09 MZT

2009 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,287 mi
Last recorded99,287 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 MZT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 99,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reverse lamp not working

Pass 27 Feb 2025 95,494 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 27 Feb 2025 95,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Feb 2024 92,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 92,410 miles

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

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

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

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 89,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 85,624 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 85,624 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 82,447 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 82,447 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 76,311 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 76,311 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 69,833 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 47,803 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 47,803 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 39,832 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 34,498 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,420 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,186 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 16,181 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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HJ09 MZT is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HJ09 MZT, 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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HJ09 MZT is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 March 2009.

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