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NL59 FHC

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,454 mi
Last recorded140,454 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 FHC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 140,454 miles

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2026 140,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 128,504 miles

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 116,740 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 116,740 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 103,688 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 103,688 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2022 92,693 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 90,934 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 90,934 miles

Emissions not tested leaking exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 87,718 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 84,219 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 84,219 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 79,950 miles

rear flexi brake feurrals corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2017 76,676 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 71,458 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 63,703 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 56,381 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 48,268 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,924 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 35,924 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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NL59 FHC is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol 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 NL59 FHC, 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 NL59 FHC registered?

NL59 FHC is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is NL59 FHC safe to buy?

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