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SM09 FNL

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,162 mi
Last recorded103,162 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FNL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 103,162 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 98,665 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 98,663 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 89,976 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 82,597 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 82,594 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 73,194 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 rear bushes split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 73,193 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 rear bushes split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 61,376 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 52,243 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 52,241 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 50,882 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

reverse light inop

Pass 24 Apr 2018 47,383 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 43,170 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 38,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,707 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 28,798 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 24,466 miles

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 8 May 2012 20,333 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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SM09 FNL is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey 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 SM09 FNL, 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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SM09 FNL is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 June 2009.

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