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NU09 GLV

2009 Nissan Micra

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

74,217 mi
Last recorded74,217 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU09 GLV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 74,217 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

exhaust shield loose

Fail 18 Jun 2025 74,193 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

exhaust shield loose

Pass 13 Jun 2024 68,228 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 68,228 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 66,846 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 61,216 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 59,215 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 57,013 miles

tyres

uneven tyre wear

Fail 12 Jun 2020 57,013 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

tyres

uneven tyre wear

Pass 10 Jun 2019 55,149 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 55,099 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 51,963 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 51,963 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 May 2017 49,172 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 46,539 miles

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

inter-cooler blowing

Fail 6 Jun 2016 46,539 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

inter-cooler blowing

Pass 12 May 2015 42,813 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 42,813 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 34,934 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 27,600 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 27,600 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 21,090 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 21,090 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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NU09 GLV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 NU09 GLV, 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 NU09 GLV registered?

NU09 GLV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 April 2009.

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