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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,240 cc

L1 TCHMOT history

L1 TCH is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

L1 TCH red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,166 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 TCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 TCH was last recorded at 89,166 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2021: 54,235 miles, lower than 83,526 miles on 7 Feb 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,166 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,166 miles
  • 2025 – 88,278 miles
  • 2024 – 86,005 miles
  • 2023 – 85,475 miles
  • 2022 – 84,935 miles
  • 2021 – 84,246 miles
  • 2020 – 83,526 miles
  • 2019 – 81,285 miles
  • 2018 – 79,798 miles
  • 2017 – 77,946 miles
  • 2016 – 70,298 miles
  • 2015 – 51,127 miles
  • 2014 – 43,852 miles
  • 2013 – 35,926 miles
  • 2012 – 27,957 miles
  • 2011 – 17,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,166 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,166 miles
    Test number
    675625169122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,166 miles (+888)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,166 miles
    Test number
    547156176152
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,278 miles (+2,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,278 miles
    Test number
    416265921493
    • AdvisoryEngine sump has corrosion and signs of a possible weaping of oil.

  4. Pass86,005 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,005 miles
    Test number
    577088180246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,991 miles (+516)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,991 miles
    Test number
    711454612946
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamp patterns blurred (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass85,475 miles (+540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,475 miles
    Test number
    467466558780
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing extensively perished and cracked, but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing extensively perished and cracked, but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened flaky on ends where offside and nearside shocks absorbers attach (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,935 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,935 miles
    Test number
    523900941340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,246 miles (+30,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,246 miles
    Test number
    992477273369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,235 miles (-29,291)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,235 miles
    Test number
    583613331092
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass83,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    613781599285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,526 miles (+2,241)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    216283390666
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass81,285 miles (+1,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,285 miles
    Test number
    337105490095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,798 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,798 miles
    Test number
    441918460911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,946 miles
    Test number
    663262085628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,946 miles (+7,648)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,946 miles
    Test number
    729335260283
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass70,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,298 miles
    Test number
    195695168327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres and n/s/r tyres all worn close to limit

  17. Fail70,298 miles (+19,171)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,298 miles
    Test number
    825681125831
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres and n/s/r tyres all worn close to limit

  18. Pass51,127 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,127 miles
    Test number
    388606455067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteHub caps fitted
    • NoteStone chips to windscreen

  19. Fail51,127 miles (+7,275)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,127 miles
    Test number
    397886455054
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteHub caps fitted
    • NoteStone chips to windscreen

  20. Pass43,852 miles (+7,926)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,852 miles
    Test number
    789842364021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,926 miles (+7,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,926 miles
    Test number
    365286253039
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass27,957 miles (+10,054)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,957 miles
    Test number
    187311762400
    • NoteBoth front tyres 2mm
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2mm

  23. Pass17,903 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,903 miles
    Test number
    159650771465
    • NoteHandbrake travel high.
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall cut slightly.

Questions about L1 TCH

Does L1 TCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 TCH is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 TCH?
The MOT on L1 TCH is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 TCH done?
L1 TCH was recorded at 89,166 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 4,754 miles a year.
Has L1 TCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 TCH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 TCH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L1 TCH find?
L1 TCH passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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