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SW09 ETR

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,431 mi
Last recorded58,431 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 ETR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 58,431 miles

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

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

oil sump corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2019 57,848 miles

oil sump corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2019 57,847 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil sump corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2018 52,861 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 44,921 miles

Front chips on windscreen.

Front number plate slightly insecure.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Rear high-level brake lamp not working.

Rear wiper blade split.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 13 Nov 2017 44,921 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front chips on windscreen.

Front number plate slightly insecure.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Rear high-level brake lamp not working.

Rear wiper blade split.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Nov 2016 42,124 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 34,594 miles

Front Wiper linkage worn

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

Fail 9 Feb 2016 34,593 miles

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

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

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

Front Wiper linkage worn

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 28,310 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 20,090 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012

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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SW09 ETR is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SW09 ETR, 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 SW09 ETR registered?

SW09 ETR is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is SW09 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 ETR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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