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VN59 YLY

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

84,994 mi
Last recorded84,994 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 YLY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 84,994 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 84,994 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 81,695 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 81,695 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 78,149 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 76,672 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 71,911 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 71,905 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 60,172 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all road tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 49,423 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 37,518 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 35,633 miles

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

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

both front tyres showing signs of age

Fail 16 Feb 2016 35,633 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres showing signs of age

Pass 9 Feb 2015 29,231 miles

All tyres showing signs of age and cracking through tread

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 20,142 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 19,407 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 15,819 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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VN59 YLY is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VN59 YLY, 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 VN59 YLY registered?

VN59 YLY is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is VN59 YLY safe to buy?

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