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LV59 DFP

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

171,496 mi
Last recorded171,496 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 DFP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 171,496 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 171,496 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 147,586 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2024 147,577 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 127,478 miles

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

exhaust slight blow in poor condition

Fail 20 Jan 2023 127,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust slight blow in poor condition

Pass 10 Jan 2022 113,087 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2021 113,087 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 108,818 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS... (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH FRONT BRAKE PADS... (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 101,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Dec 2018 101,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 91,200 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 83,396 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 83,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 76,565 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 76,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 66,805 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 66,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 55,651 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 55,651 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 42,634 miles

nearside and offside wiper bladers split at ends

nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

offside front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 26 Sep 2012 42,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside and offside wiper bladers split at ends

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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LV59 DFP is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 LV59 DFP, 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 LV59 DFP registered?

LV59 DFP is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is LV59 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 DFP shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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