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SG59 YSC

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,782 mi
Last recorded47,782 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 47,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 165/70r14 717 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 46,613 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 45,269 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 44,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 44,171 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 42,797 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 41,819 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 40,547 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 39,016 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 39,016 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 37,537 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,508 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 33,330 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 30,859 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,679 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,246 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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SG59 YSC is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YSC, 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 YSC registered?

SG59 YSC is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is SG59 YSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 YSC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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