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NL09 VXB

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,988 mi
Last recorded51,988 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL09 VXB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 51,988 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front shockers both and coil spring both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 51,988 miles

Direction indicator not working n/s front, o/s front (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front shockers both and coil spring both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 50,109 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 50,109 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 43,199 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 43,199 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 33,384 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 33,384 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 26,800 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 26,800 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 23,630 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 23,032 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 23,009 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Excess black smoke (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 22,486 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Imbalance of 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 21,843 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Mar 2019 21,843 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Mar 2018 20,925 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & offside rear ()

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,607 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & offside rear ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has age cracks around tread & sidewalls

Fail 24 Mar 2017 19,607 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside & offside rear ()

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has age cracks around tread & sidewalls

Pass 15 Mar 2016 18,288 miles

childseat fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 16,177 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)

centre seat belt stuck iniatially-working ok now

o/s headlight-poss broken/loose clip-still secure+aim ok

Pass 20 Mar 2014 13,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all wipers poor

Pass 12 Mar 2013 11,450 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,744 miles

o/s+n/s wipers 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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NL09 VXB is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NL09 VXB, 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 VXB registered?

NL09 VXB is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is NL09 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL09 VXB shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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