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MK09 UKU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

64,753 mi
Last recorded64,753 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 UKU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 64,753 miles

Auxiliary drive belt cracking

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2026 64,753 miles

Auxiliary drive belt cracking

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 57,443 miles

Fuel primer deteriorated

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

tyres different sizes between axles

Fail 8 Jul 2025 57,439 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Fuel primer deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

secondary bonnet catch seized

tyres different sizes between axles

Pass 9 Jul 2024 49,344 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 49,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 41,479 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 41,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 33,563 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,001 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 27,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 26,902 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 26,136 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 24,792 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 21,921 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 19,933 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 17,432 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 15,430 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 13,692 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 11,787 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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MK09 UKU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MK09 UKU, 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 MK09 UKU registered?

MK09 UKU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is MK09 UKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 UKU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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