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VU59 KYB

2009 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

76,846 mi
Last recorded76,846 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 KYB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 76,846 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 76,846 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 73,731 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 73,731 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 69,645 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Jul 2023 69,639 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 67,150 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 67,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50 R 16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2021 57,757 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2020 51,709 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,596 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 50,596 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 48,909 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 18 Jun 2018 48,909 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Jan 2017 44,235 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 44,235 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 41,792 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 41,092 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 40,151 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 39,006 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 39,006 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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VU59 KYB is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 VU59 KYB, 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.

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What year was VU59 KYB registered?

VU59 KYB is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 October 2009.

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The MOT history for VU59 KYB shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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