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SL59 KWX

2009 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,779 mi
Last recorded73,779 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 KWX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 73,779 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 73,779 miles

Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 72,442 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2024 72,442 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 71,365 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 70,609 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 69,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 68,984 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 68,419 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 68,419 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 67,919 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 66,860 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 66,860 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 64,763 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 61,913 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 61,913 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 57,257 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smeary

Fail 23 Sep 2013 52,409 miles

Both front wipers starting to tear.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 52,409 miles

Both front wipers starting to tear.

Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,003 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SL59 KWX is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SL59 KWX, 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 SL59 KWX registered?

SL59 KWX is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is SL59 KWX safe to buy?

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