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SF09 VCM

2009 Nissan Serena

Purple Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,241 mi
Last recorded173,241 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Serena96,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF09 VCM
MakeNissan
ModelSerena
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 173,241 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 155,956 miles

Coolant leak radiator leaking ()

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s steering rack ends have slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 155,953 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak radiator leaking ()

Pass 25 Jan 2024 127,177 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 127,172 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Nissan Serena?

Based on 146,285 MOT tests across 20,632 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
6,048
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,632
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,194
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,608
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,711
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,531
position lamp(s) not working 6,076
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SF09 VCM is a 2009 Nissan Serena in Purple with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Nissan Serena models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 96,971 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Serena fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 19,194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF09 VCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Serena typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 17 years old, this Nissan Serena is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF09 VCM registered?

SF09 VCM is a 2009 Nissan Serena, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is SF09 VCM safe to buy?

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