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SP59 UGU

2009 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,572 mi
Last recorded78,572 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 UGU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 78,572 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 78,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 77,883 miles

Both front shockers corroded

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front number plate in poor condition

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 72,745 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Sep 2023 72,741 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing missing 2 x wheel bolts (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3rd brake light not working - replaced bulb (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 58,375 miles

advise front n0 plate faded but not excessive advise to replace

Fail 31 Aug 2022 58,371 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

advise front n0 plate faded but not excessive advise to replace

advise n/s/f fog lamp in bumper is insecure

Pass 14 Aug 2021 47,726 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 42,343 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Sep 2019 39,407 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Sep 2019 39,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,257 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 29,176 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 26,253 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,984 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 19,153 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,248 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,037 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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SP59 UGU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SP59 UGU, 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 SP59 UGU registered?

SP59 UGU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is SP59 UGU safe to buy?

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