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VN09 TFA

2009 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,249 mi
Last recorded88,249 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 TFA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 88,249 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 84,077 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 84,077 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 78,941 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 78,939 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 73,972 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 48,018 miles

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 28 Sep 2020 65,700 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 63,956 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 63,682 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,278 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 61,404 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 55,459 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,648 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 48,689 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 48,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 47,111 miles

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

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

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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VN09 TFA is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Blue 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 VN09 TFA, 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 VN09 TFA registered?

VN09 TFA is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 17 July 2009.

Is VN09 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 TFA 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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