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WJ59 DCE

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,189 mi
Last recorded57,189 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 DCE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 57,189 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 56,232 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 56,232 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 54,370 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 52,230 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 52,230 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 50,184 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 47,277 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened BEARING (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened BEARING (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 45,250 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 45,243 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Bearing excessively worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 41,976 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 40,661 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 37,867 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 34,084 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 30,573 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 26,220 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,890 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,527 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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WJ59 DCE is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WJ59 DCE, 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 WJ59 DCE registered?

WJ59 DCE is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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