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HY59 VRC

2009 Nissan Micra

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

100,000 mi
Last recorded100,000 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 VRC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 100,000 miles

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

Rear exhaut hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

Fail 24 Aug 2026 100,000 miles

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

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

Rear exhaut hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

Pass 24 Nov 2025 98,184 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 98,184 miles

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 94,143 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear hanger. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 R15 84 H (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front 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))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 94,143 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear hanger. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 R15 84 H (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front 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 16 Nov 2023 85,194 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 85,189 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 80,279 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 73,084 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 67,503 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 62,919 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 57,217 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 51,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and devoid of tread on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm and devoid of tread on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 44,214 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 37,235 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 30,279 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 23,575 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 17,285 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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HY59 VRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HY59 VRC, 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 HY59 VRC registered?

HY59 VRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 December 2009.

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