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MK09 ZYH

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,513 mi
Last recorded71,513 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 ZYH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 71,513 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 64,406 miles

Both front shock absorber casings corroded

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

parking brake travel, advise repair

Pass 26 Oct 2023 56,837 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 51,220 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 47,474 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 47,472 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 45,829 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 45,827 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 43,492 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 43,491 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 41,233 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 39,311 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 36,847 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 34,021 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 31,281 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 28,895 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,522 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 25,504 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear wiper split

Fail 10 Jan 2012 25,504 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear wiper split

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 ZYH is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZYH, 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 MK09 ZYH registered?

MK09 ZYH is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 March 2009.

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The MOT history for MK09 ZYH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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