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SW59 CTE

2009 Nissan Micra

White Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,654 mi
Last recorded154,654 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 CTE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 154,654 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 136,133 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 115,320 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 96,206 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 96,205 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 96,186 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 88,668 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 88,665 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 86,867 miles

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

slight oil leak at sump (corroded)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 81,725 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 81,725 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 74,758 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 60,116 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 60,116 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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SW59 CTE is a 2009 Nissan Micra in White with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW59 CTE, 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 SW59 CTE registered?

SW59 CTE is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 November 2009.

Is SW59 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 CTE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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