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LV59 PCX

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,696 mi
Last recorded69,696 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 69,696 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 67,527 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 65,421 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 63,423 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 61,468 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 59,376 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 59,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 57,429 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 55,561 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 55,561 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 53,490 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 53,490 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 31 Dec 2016 51,324 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 48,583 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 48,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 44,958 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 40,964 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 36,269 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f & n/s/r 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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LV59 PCX is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV59 PCX, 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 LV59 PCX registered?

LV59 PCX is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LV59 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 PCX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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