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OU59 XCV

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,120 mi
Last recorded91,120 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU59 XCV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 91,120 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 91,120 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH N/S & O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 82,580 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 82,380 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER TREAD AREA (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR MOST BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 73,401 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOST BUSH DETERIORATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 73,401 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOST BUSH DETERIORATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,644 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 50,567 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 38,843 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 38,828 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside / offside (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 30 Sep 2019 30,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 23,413 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 23,413 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2018 23,392 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect ns / os (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 18,095 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns /os (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 18,095 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns /os (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 17,163 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 16,657 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 13,745 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 11,090 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 8,553 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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OU59 XCV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 OU59 XCV, 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 OU59 XCV registered?

OU59 XCV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is OU59 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU59 XCV shows 21 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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