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YF09 VTV

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,976 mi
Last recorded67,976 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 VTV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 67,976 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 67,974 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 63,404 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 59,330 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2024 59,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 53,410 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 50,001 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 42,866 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 38,815 miles

slight corrosion to exhaust

Pass 28 Feb 2019 33,473 miles

slight corrosion on all brake ferulles

Fail 28 Feb 2019 33,473 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on all brake ferulles

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,097 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 32,299 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 31,314 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 29,763 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 26,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 23,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 17,685 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 VTV 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 YF09 VTV, 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 VTV registered?

YF09 VTV is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is YF09 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 VTV 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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