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LY59 CUU

2009 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

41,057 mi
Last recorded41,057 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY59 CUU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 41,057 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 40,152 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 40,152 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 40,142 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 40,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2022 40,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 40,113 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 40,820 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 40,082 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 39,951 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 36,148 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 33,084 miles

lip worn on front brake discs .

Pass 9 Nov 2015 29,563 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 29,563 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 23,793 miles

lip worn on front discs .

Pass 5 Dec 2013 19,049 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2012 13,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 13,844 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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LY59 CUU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LY59 CUU, 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 LY59 CUU registered?

LY59 CUU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is LY59 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY59 CUU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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