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LC09 XYA

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

90,379 mi
Last recorded90,379 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 XYA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 90,379 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 90,379 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 89,512 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 89,512 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 88,865 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 88,865 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 86,550 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wiper linkage worn

Fail 4 Apr 2022 86,550 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wiper linkage worn

Pass 21 Sep 2020 84,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 83,086 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wiper linkage worn

Pass 18 Aug 2018 76,792 miles

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 69,094 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 69,093 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 60,382 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 60,382 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 52,641 miles

accident damage to nearside front of vehicle

front brake discs lipped

nearside washer jet weak

Pass 12 Sep 2014 37,105 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2013 17,750 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 13,503 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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LC09 XYA is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 LC09 XYA, 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 LC09 XYA registered?

LC09 XYA is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is LC09 XYA safe to buy?

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