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Nissan Micra

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,240 cc

L21 CYFMOT history

L21 CYF is a black petrol Nissan Micra first used on 1 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L21 CYF black Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,737 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 CYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 CYF was last recorded at 79,737 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,737 miles · 10 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,737 miles
  • 2024 – 71,711 miles
  • 2023 – 56,283 miles
  • 2022 – 56,283 miles
  • 2021 – 48,718 miles
  • 2020 – 46,405 miles
  • 2019 – 42,375 miles
  • 2018 – 37,937 miles
  • 2017 – 32,960 miles
  • 2016 – 26,780 miles
  • 2015 – 21,799 miles
  • 2014 – 19,395 miles
  • 2013 – 14,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,737 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section to back box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKED VARIOUS DAMAGED AREAS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,737 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,737 miles
    Test number
    381757777024
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section to back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,737 miles (+8,026)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,737 miles
    Test number
    776298723049
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section to back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,711 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    339976368783
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting is deteriorated and rear exhaust clamp is missing although system is secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and has outer sidewall damage but not to structural cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake is near the end of it's effective travel and efficiency (19%) is just above the minimum required to pass an MOT (16%)

  4. Fail71,711 miles (+7,992)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    435026469087
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting is deteriorated and rear exhaust clamp is missing although system is secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and has outer sidewall damage but not to structural cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake is near the end of it's effective travel and efficiency (19%) is just above the minimum required to pass an MOT (16%)

  5. Pass63,719 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    856798971589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,662 miles (+7,379)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,662 miles
    Test number
    896251473759
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed rear on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords offside front on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured nearside front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,283 miles
    Test number
    924774754287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKED VARIOUS DAMAGED AREAS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail56,283 miles (+7,565)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,283 miles
    Test number
    721799327287
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn CONTACT SURFACE FLAKING OFF (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY CRACKED VARIOUS DAMAGED AREAS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass48,718 miles (+2,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,718 miles
    Test number
    681753251969
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass46,405 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,405 miles
    Test number
    656936230794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,105 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    45,105 miles
    Test number
    265330382396
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail45,105 miles (+2,730)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,105 miles
    Test number
    655010236367
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass42,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,375 miles
    Test number
    268255504609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,375 miles (+4,438)3 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,375 miles
    Test number
    344114838639
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass37,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,937 miles
    Test number
    201236479284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,937 miles (+4,977)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,937 miles
    Test number
    493230612293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass32,960 miles (+6,180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,960 miles
    Test number
    161443442953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,780 miles (+4,981)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,780 miles
    Test number
    127453533311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass21,799 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,799 miles
    Test number
    786712245004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,395 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,395 miles
    Test number
    258436154006
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades torn

  21. Pass19,395 miles (+4,715)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,395 miles
    Test number
    838236854065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades torn

  22. Pass14,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    14,680 miles
    Test number
    985468753016
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L21 CYF

Does L21 CYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 CYF is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 CYF?
The MOT on L21 CYF is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 CYF done?
L21 CYF was recorded at 79,737 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 5,053 miles a year.
Has L21 CYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 CYF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 CYF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L21 CYF find?
L21 CYF passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section to back box; nearside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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