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SL59 ZYJ

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,969 mi
Last recorded127,969 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 ZYJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 127,969 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing at engine mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 124,621 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 119,059 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 114,803 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 114,802 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 112,138 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 100,820 miles

engine oil sump pan corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2019 89,867 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 79,497 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 79,497 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 66,879 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 66,879 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 58,386 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 50,356 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 41,700 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2013 33,091 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 25,890 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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SL59 ZYJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SL59 ZYJ, 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 SL59 ZYJ registered?

SL59 ZYJ is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 November 2009.

Is SL59 ZYJ safe to buy?

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