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YG59 OPT

2009 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,399 mi
Last recorded119,399 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 OPT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 119,399 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle beam corroded

body corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2025 116,198 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 116,196 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 111,626 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (drop link )both sides of the car (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine and gear box oily

Pass 9 Nov 2022 108,120 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 105,637 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 105,621 miles

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

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

Rear 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))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 100,615 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear heat shield not fully secured

Fail 5 Dec 2020 100,615 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the minimum limit(strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive corroded engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear heat shield not fully secured

Pass 2 Dec 2019 95,434 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 87,959 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 79,419 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 73,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 65,645 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 57,181 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 46,267 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 36,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2012 36,532 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YG59 OPT is a 2009 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YG59 OPT, 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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YG59 OPT is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 22 September 2009.

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