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MT59 NVS

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

97,282 mi
Last recorded97,282 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT59 NVS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 97,282 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 93,787 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated CATCH STICKING (3.1 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2024 93,787 miles

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

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated CATCH STICKING (3.1 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 90,398 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 85,963 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread 165/70R14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread 165/70R14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 85,963 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread 165/70R14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread 165/70R14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 79,772 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 74,008 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 74,008 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70 14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 69,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165-70-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 165-70-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 69,442 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165-70-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 165-70-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 62,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1657014 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 62,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1657014 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 54,337 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 46,583 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 38,229 miles

Offside Front wiper blade slightly split

Pass 23 Dec 2014 33,435 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 28,334 miles

wiper blades poor

Pass 21 Dec 2012 23,562 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front wipers split at the ends but still clearing the screen

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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MT59 NVS is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MT59 NVS, 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 MT59 NVS registered?

MT59 NVS is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is MT59 NVS safe to buy?

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