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SG59 YSP

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

91,771 mi
Last recorded91,771 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 91,771 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 83,917 miles

Central Rear stop lamp not working

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Lower UNDER CAR COVERD IN GREASY SUBSTANCE

Fail 15 Feb 2024 83,805 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Lower UNDER CAR COVERD IN GREASY SUBSTANCE

Pass 18 Feb 2023 78,036 miles

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

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

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

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

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

heat shield insecure

under body components coated in oil

Pass 22 Feb 2022 74,092 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively brakes 22% inbalance (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump rotten (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 74,069 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 42% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump rotten (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 72,191 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 68,921 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 65,871 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 65,871 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 62,609 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 58,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 55,856 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 50,653 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 50,653 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 46,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 46,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 41,284 miles

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

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 YSP is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SG59 YSP, 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 SG59 YSP registered?

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

Is SG59 YSP safe to buy?

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