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YF09 VTP

2009 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,160 mi
Last recorded33,160 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 VTP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 33,160 miles

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

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

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

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

offside front indicator lens broken

Pass 18 Jul 2025 31,302 miles

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

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

offside front indicator lens broken

various body damage

Fail 18 Jul 2025 31,302 miles

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

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

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

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

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

offside front indicator lens broken

various body damage

Pass 16 Jul 2024 22,311 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 21,847 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 21,818 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 15,381 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 15,381 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 15,349 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 15,297 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 15,243 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 15,160 miles

Excess wear to outer edges of both front tyres - possible tracking adjustment required

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint between pipe and rear silencer box (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 10,049 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 9,765 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 3,917 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 2,556 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 1,631 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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YF09 VTP is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YF09 VTP, 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 YF09 VTP registered?

YF09 VTP is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 July 2009.

Is YF09 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 VTP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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