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R3 ALG

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,218 mi
Last recorded20,218 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 ALG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 20,218 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 18,931 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 18,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 18,282 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH FRONTS (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 17,858 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 17,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 17,260 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 16,652 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 15,070 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 10,957 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 10,370 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 6,325 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 4,647 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 4,178 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 3,489 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 2,851 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 2,251 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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R3 ALG is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 R3 ALG, 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 R3 ALG registered?

R3 ALG is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is R3 ALG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 ALG 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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