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SP09 TXB

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

67,029 mi
Last recorded67,029 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 TXB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 67,029 miles

All suspension comp sub frame and axel undersealed

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 63,492 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 63,491 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 59,810 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 59,810 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 55,690 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both excessively worn on outer edge. Advise alignment to be checked. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Reverse light no working

Fail 3 Jul 2020 55,690 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both excessively worn on outer edge. Advise alignment to be checked. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Reverse light no working

Pass 17 Jul 2019 52,148 miles

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

Offside Front wiper could do with being changed as it leaves a few marks after wipe

Pass 12 Jul 2018 48,906 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 48,906 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 44,725 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 44,724 miles

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

Rear both rear tyres close to legal limit

brake fluid level low

Pass 28 Mar 2016 38,033 miles

nail nearside rear tyre

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 32,794 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,344 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 20,701 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,700 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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SP09 TXB 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 70.6%.

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 TXB, 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 SP09 TXB registered?

SP09 TXB is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 March 2009.

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