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MF59 RSV

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,226 mi
Last recorded94,226 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 RSV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 94,226 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2025 94,226 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre to rear section clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 79,206 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2024 79,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 70,245 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 70,074 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 62,879 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 54,460 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 54,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 46,162 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 46,152 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 46,912 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 46,803 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 46,803 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 39,420 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 33,989 miles

nsr tyre low on tread

Pass 4 Feb 2015 24,593 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 15,217 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 15,044 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 6,554 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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MF59 RSV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black 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 MF59 RSV, 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 MF59 RSV registered?

MF59 RSV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is MF59 RSV safe to buy?

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