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LV59 YZL

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,218 mi
Last recorded47,218 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 47,218 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 47,138 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 41,004 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 41,004 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 36,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2023 35,059 miles

High level stop lamp not working

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 32,889 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 24,615 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 24,615 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 12,704 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 29 Nov 2013 5,689 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 4,112 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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LV59 YZL is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YZL, 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 YZL registered?

LV59 YZL is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is LV59 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 YZL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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