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NL59 TEU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,149 mi
Last recorded85,149 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 TEU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 85,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 55,657 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2024 55,655 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 48,460 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 45,237 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 45,237 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 41,946 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint slight play

Surface corrosion under car

Pass 19 Mar 2020 41,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 37,526 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 36,002 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 33,171 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 28,448 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 24,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 18,798 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 13,809 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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NL59 TEU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 NL59 TEU, 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 NL59 TEU registered?

NL59 TEU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is NL59 TEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 TEU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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