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SY09 TLF

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,494 mi
Last recorded32,494 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 TLF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 32,494 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 31,484 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 29,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 28,693 miles

Nearside Front TYRE,outer edge scrubbed

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

Fail 2 Oct 2023 28,693 miles

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

Nearside Front TYRE,outer edge scrubbed

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 26,732 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,078 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 23,872 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 22,426 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 20,382 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 20,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has a tread depth of 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2017 18,864 miles

nearside front tyre outer edge scrubbed

Fail 17 May 2017 18,864 miles

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

nearside front tyre outer edge scrubbed

Pass 19 May 2015 14,996 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 11,887 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 8,348 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 4,933 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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SY09 TLF 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 82.4%.

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 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 SY09 TLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY09 TLF registered?

SY09 TLF is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is SY09 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY09 TLF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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