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L70 DSW

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

128,364 mi
Last recorded128,364 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL70 DSW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 128,364 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 128,364 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 128,282 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 128,054 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 127,822 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 127,606 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 127,433 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 126,431 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 120,566 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 105,734 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 87,093 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 70,086 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 70,086 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 52,751 miles

Nearside wiper blade rubber split

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 39,769 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 24,670 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 25 Sep 2012 24,670 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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L70 DSW is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L70 DSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L70 DSW registered?

L70 DSW is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is L70 DSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L70 DSW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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