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VU09 OLE

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

80,521 mi
Last recorded80,521 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 OLE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 80,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 75,486 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 69,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 69,648 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 66,755 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 60,000 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 53,730 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 53,730 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 47,913 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 40,791 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 40,791 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 34,324 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 31,008 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 26,869 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,538 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 20,147 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 16,417 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 12,692 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 12,692 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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VU09 OLE is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VU09 OLE, 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 OLE registered?

VU09 OLE is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is VU09 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 OLE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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