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LX59 UAJ

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,064 mi
Last recorded73,064 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 UAJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 73,064 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 73,064 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 72,975 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 55,629 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 55,629 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 50,181 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 50,180 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 49,949 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 49,947 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 49,513 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 46,887 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 43,830 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 37,691 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 29,911 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 24,276 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 19,081 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 13,592 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Sep 2014 13,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2013 7,311 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 6,448 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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LX59 UAJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LX59 UAJ, 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 LX59 UAJ registered?

LX59 UAJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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