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VU09 OLO

2009 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

118,943 mi
Last recorded118,943 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 OLO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 118,943 miles

Offside Wing panel damage but not causing sharp edge

Fail 3 Jun 2026 118,942 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Wing panel damage but not causing sharp edge

Pass 9 Jun 2025 107,663 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 107,663 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 95,601 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 85,582 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 77,569 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 77,569 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid water tank leaking (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly positioned (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 72,176 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 71,307 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 70,970 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 67,948 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 67,948 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 64,672 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 64,672 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 61,114 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,909 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 42,925 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 42,925 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 35,304 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,724 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 OLO is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 OLO, 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 OLO registered?

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

Is VU09 OLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 OLO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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