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MT59 WRL

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,384 mi
Last recorded68,384 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT59 WRL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 68,384 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 67,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2024 67,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 64,106 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 59,300 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general corrosion at suspension components

Pass 30 Jul 2021 54,174 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 49,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 39,585 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2019 39,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,435 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 29,227 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 25,031 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 25,031 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 18,893 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 15,252 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 10,965 miles

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

wiper blades 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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MT59 WRL is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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