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RE59 TNU

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,268 mi
Last recorded60,268 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 TNU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 60,268 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 60,268 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 55,432 miles

Screen is chipped and cracked

Fail 16 Apr 2025 55,432 miles

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

Screen is chipped and cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2024 50,042 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 47,766 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 47,766 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 41,517 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 35,448 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 32,155 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 30,322 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 28,200 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 24,077 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 22,704 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 16,789 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 12,031 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 8,992 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 TNU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RE59 TNU, 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 TNU registered?

RE59 TNU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 December 2009.

Is RE59 TNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 TNU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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