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XEZ 3971

2009 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

58,392 mi
Last recorded58,392 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEZ 3971
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2026 58,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 57,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 55,858 miles

Front General surface rust

Pass 19 Jul 2023 55,416 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded Corroded/ deteriorated (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 54,402 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 54,402 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords showing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 53,057 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,378 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 51,378 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 47,556 miles

ALL EXHAUST MOUNTS AND JOINTS BADLY CORRODED

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH FRONT (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 47,556 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

ALL EXHAUST MOUNTS AND JOINTS BADLY CORRODED

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH FRONT (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 41,498 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 36,282 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 36,282 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,025 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 24,042 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,342 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 10,881 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 10,560 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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XEZ 3971 is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 XEZ 3971, 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 XEZ 3971 registered?

XEZ 3971 is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is XEZ 3971 safe to buy?

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