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YD59 BYR

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,104 mi
Last recorded36,104 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD59 BYR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 36,104 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))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 34,799 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 34,279 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 34,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 33,194 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,015 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 30,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 29,949 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 26,790 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 22,504 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 20,374 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 18,870 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 16,945 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 16,945 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,124 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 11,145 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,945 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 8,927 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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YD59 BYR 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 YD59 BYR, 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 YD59 BYR registered?

YD59 BYR is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YD59 BYR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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