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PY09 AVU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

54,403 mi
Last recorded54,403 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY09 AVU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 54,403 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 53,895 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 53,141 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 52,348 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 51,217 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022 51,217 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 49,956 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 48,501 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 47,044 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 47,044 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 45,339 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 43,639 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 41,818 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 38,821 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 36,715 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 34,281 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,918 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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PY09 AVU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PY09 AVU, 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 PY09 AVU registered?

PY09 AVU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is PY09 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY09 AVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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