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OE09 LVJ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

120,516 mi
Last recorded120,516 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE09 LVJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 120,516 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2025 120,502 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 114,663 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2024 114,663 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 107,961 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 100,002 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 92,156 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 92,144 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 88,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 84,288 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 84,278 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2019 84,288 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 80,347 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 71,078 miles

o/s/f a/roll bar bottom cover slightly damaged (still preventing the ingress of dirt)

Fail 10 Jun 2017 71,078 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f a/roll bar bottom cover slightly damaged (still preventing the ingress of dirt)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 58,762 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on the outer tread area

Fail 27 May 2016 57,964 miles

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

Front wiper blades some smearing when clearing screen

advise both front tyres wearing low on edges

advise handbrake travel

Pass 17 Jun 2015 47,561 miles

front discs worn

Pass 7 Jun 2014 38,634 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 30,561 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 30,561 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 22,471 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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OE09 LVJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OE09 LVJ, 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 OE09 LVJ registered?

OE09 LVJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 June 2009.

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