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RO59 XVK

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

169,283 mi
Last recorded169,283 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 XVK
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 169,283 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 150,855 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output *Both front headlamps* (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 135,047 miles

chips in screen

exhaust corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2023 135,047 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

chips in screen

exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2022 123,754 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 123,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 112,200 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 112,200 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 99,945 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 99,945 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 91,328 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,559 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 77,559 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 62,742 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 49,181 miles

wiper blades split

Fail 19 Sep 2016 49,181 miles

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

wiper blades split

Pass 15 Sep 2015 35,230 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 25,479 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 14,959 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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RO59 XVK is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 RO59 XVK, 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 RO59 XVK registered?

RO59 XVK is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is RO59 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 XVK shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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