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LH09 ALU

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

71,043 mi
Last recorded71,043 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH09 ALU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 71,043 miles

Offside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Fail 28 May 2020 70,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jun 2019 62,322 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 52,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 May 2018 52,023 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 45,595 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 45,595 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 36,842 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 36,842 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 33,653 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 29,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,660 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jul 2012 21,307 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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LH09 ALU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LH09 ALU, 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 LH09 ALU registered?

LH09 ALU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is LH09 ALU safe to buy?

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