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RE59 SMX

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,883 mi
Last recorded68,883 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 SMX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 68,883 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 58,761 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 54,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 54,131 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 51,721 miles

Covers obscuring view

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 51,721 miles

Covers obscuring view

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 48,167 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 44,900 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 44,900 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 41,109 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 37,010 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 33,075 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 27,519 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 27,519 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 21,219 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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RE59 SMX is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RE59 SMX, 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 RE59 SMX registered?

RE59 SMX is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is RE59 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 SMX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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