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SG59 YLN

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,737 mi
Last recorded49,737 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 YLN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 49,737 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2025 46,897 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 45,835 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 44,889 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 43,472 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 42,047 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BETWEEN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 42,047 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BETWEEN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 40,916 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 40,916 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 40,216 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 36,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

noise from gearbox

Pass 21 Sep 2017 32,937 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 32,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 29,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 24,910 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 21,720 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 16,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front bottom arm rear bush split

offside front bottom arm rear bush split

Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,566 miles

nearside front tyre low at outer edge

rear bushes on front wishbones starting to split

Fail 7 Sep 2012 12,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre low at outer edge

rear bushes on front wishbones starting to split

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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SG59 YLN 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 78.9%.

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 SG59 YLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG59 YLN registered?

SG59 YLN is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is SG59 YLN safe to buy?

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