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YY59 NBD

2009 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,101 mi
Last recorded119,101 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Nissan Micra48,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY59 NBD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 119,101 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 114,994 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 110,869 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axel corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2022 107,107 miles

both sides front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2021 101,814 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 101,813 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 98,199 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 95,906 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

vehicle tested under the wet condition

Pass 23 Nov 2018 92,248 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 92,248 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 87,120 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 87,120 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 79,575 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 67,091 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 54,651 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 54,651 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 43,556 miles

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

front wiper blades split slightly on ends

rear wiper blade split

Pass 26 Nov 2012 32,739 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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YY59 NBD 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 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 YY59 NBD, 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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YY59 NBD is a 2009 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 December 2009.

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