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ML59 YWZ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

119,531 mi
Last recorded119,531 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 YWZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 119,531 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 119,531 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 115,878 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 115,874 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Manifold to downpipe join blowing & centre pipe to silencer blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 103,493 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 99,088 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 95,255 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (bell housing, possible rear main oil seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Sep 2021 95,255 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure no clamp on back box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (bell housing, possible rear main oil seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 89,127 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 89,127 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 84,072 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 75,899 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 66,269 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 58,843 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 58,843 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 49,367 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 49,367 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp missing (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 40,087 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 30,869 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 30,869 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 23,168 miles

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

both front wipers splitting

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear wiper splitting

Fail 26 Oct 2012 23,167 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front wipers splitting

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear wiper splitting

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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ML59 YWZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 ML59 YWZ, 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 ML59 YWZ registered?

ML59 YWZ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 October 2009.

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