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NG09 VHR

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

62,872 mi
Last recorded62,872 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG09 VHR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 62,872 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 61,508 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 61,508 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 60,423 miles

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))

advise exhaust deteriorating

Pass 7 Jul 2023 59,060 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 57,655 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2022 57,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 56,680 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 55,854 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 55,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 54,808 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 53,641 miles

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

Fail 27 Dec 2018 53,641 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2017 52,159 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 52,159 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2016 51,233 miles

Offside Rear has nail in rec both rear tyres

Pass 30 Dec 2015 50,130 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 48,900 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 44,341 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 36,500 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

front tyre scrubbing may need alignment check

Pass 18 Jul 2012 29,797 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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NG09 VHR is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol 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 NG09 VHR, 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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NG09 VHR is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is NG09 VHR safe to buy?

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