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NL09 VTU

2009 Nissan Micra

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,811 mi
Last recorded51,811 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL09 VTU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 51,811 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 48,354 miles

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Tread Depth & Worn Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 44,902 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Depth Low & Cracked/Perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Depth Low & Cracked/Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 41,410 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low & Cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low & Cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 37,490 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Mar 2021 34,484 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 31,753 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2020 31,750 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 29,562 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 26,345 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 26,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,558 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 23,558 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 21,346 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,872 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 15,915 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 15,915 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 12,032 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 12,032 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 9,528 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 9,528 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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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NL09 VTU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NL09 VTU, 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 NL09 VTU registered?

NL09 VTU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is NL09 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL09 VTU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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