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SP09 OWF

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

52,829 mi
Last recorded52,829 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 OWF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 52,829 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 52,595 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear number plate bulb slightly dim

Fail 9 Jul 2025 52,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear number plate bulb slightly dim

Pass 23 Jul 2024 54,375 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 54,375 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 52,114 miles

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 52,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 51,531 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 51,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 51,027 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2021 51,022 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 50,619 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 50,608 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 reading 3.86 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 50,043 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 49,278 miles

Rear seat belts not checked

Fail 16 Jul 2018 49,278 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear seat belts not checked

Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,234 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 47,308 miles

front tyres wearing on outside edges

n/s headlight slightly loose

Fail 19 Jul 2016 47,299 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

front tyres wearing on outside edges

n/s headlight slightly loose

Pass 9 Jul 2015 46,474 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 46,469 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 45,479 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 44,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 44,007 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 42,676 miles

child seat fitted at n/s/r

front brake pads wearing thin

o/s/f indicator slightly discoloured

rear reg plate loose at n/s

wiper blades worn

Pass 6 Apr 2012 34,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Apr 2012 34,581 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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SP09 OWF is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 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 SP09 OWF, 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 SP09 OWF registered?

SP09 OWF is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is SP09 OWF safe to buy?

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