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SM09 FRC

2009 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,394 mi
Last recorded60,394 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FRC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 60,394 miles

General underside corrosion

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 60,394 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

General underside corrosion

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 58,136 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 58,136 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 51,766 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 51,671 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 51,437 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 51,173 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 50,981 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 50,131 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 49,663 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 49,342 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 48,725 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 46,127 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 37,148 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 27,492 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 13,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 13,761 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 FRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FRC, 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 SM09 FRC registered?

SM09 FRC is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 June 2009.

Is SM09 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 FRC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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