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SW09 LBU

2009 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

99,474 mi
Last recorded99,474 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 LBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 99,474 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 92,721 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 92,721 miles

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 24 Aug 2019 84,608 miles

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

parking brake requirements just met

Fail 19 Aug 2019 84,570 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 76,346 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 76,346 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 69,589 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 69,589 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 60,844 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 60,843 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 51,908 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 42,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 37,498 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 37,498 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,488 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 29,487 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 LBU is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SW09 LBU, 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 LBU registered?

SW09 LBU is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is SW09 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 LBU shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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