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WJ09 CAA

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,345 mi
Last recorded118,345 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 CAA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 118,345 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Slight corrosion to both nearside and offside coil springs. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very slight perishing to nearside and offside rear tyres on outer tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 114,528 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall, not to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2025 114,509 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to sidewall, not to cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 110,095 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 110,095 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 107,956 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 107,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 103,660 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 99,273 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 81,678 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 74,818 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 66,042 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 66,042 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 54,728 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 42,369 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 42,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 32,156 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 29,805 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,805 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 23,906 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,884 miles

plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

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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WJ09 CAA is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WJ09 CAA, 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 WJ09 CAA registered?

WJ09 CAA is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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