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VU09 OKV

2009 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,765 mi
Last recorded35,765 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 OKV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 35,765 miles

all four tyres slightly perished

Pass 21 Jan 2025 20,351 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 20,226 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 20,226 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 19,835 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 19,835 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 19,336 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 19,336 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 18,490 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 18,490 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 23,088 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 18,084 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 18,084 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 17,665 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 16,974 miles

all 4 tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Mar 2017 16,040 miles

all four tyres are perished (outer tyre wall)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 14,876 miles

E.M.L on display

Pass 5 Mar 2015 13,829 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 13,245 miles

all tyres slightly cracked

rear blade split

Pass 14 Mar 2013 11,910 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 9,787 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 9,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in offside front tyre

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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VU09 OKV is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VU09 OKV, 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 VU09 OKV registered?

VU09 OKV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is VU09 OKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 OKV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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