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Nissan X-Trail

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

L21 DBYMOT history

L21 DBY is a black diesel Nissan X-Trail first used on 25 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 76,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L21 DBY black Nissan X-Trail – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,330 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 DBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
X-Trail
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 DBY was last recorded at 76,330 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 9,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,177 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,153 miles
Average per year
8,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,330 miles
  • 2025 – 67,177 miles
  • 2024 – 56,659 miles
  • 2023 – 44,246 miles
  • 2022 – 34,552 miles
  • 2021 – 32,085 miles
  • 2020 – 26,247 miles
  • 2019 – 17,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,330 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 18 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,330 miles (+9,153)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,330 miles
    Test number
    826692244977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass67,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,177 miles
    Test number
    891296702860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only.

  3. Fail67,177 miles (+10,518)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,177 miles
    Test number
    111613022849
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only.

  4. Pass56,659 miles (+12,413)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    56,659 miles
    Test number
    764626784352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,246 miles (+9,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,246 miles
    Test number
    316980926941
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,552 miles (+2,467)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    34,552 miles
    Test number
    871179079685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,085 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    531713543651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail32,084 miles (+5,837)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,084 miles
    Test number
    188316007903
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,247 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    26,247 miles
    Test number
    382115491471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail26,159 miles (+8,213)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,159 miles
    Test number
    620773329991
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass17,946 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    17,946 miles
    Test number
    415988321663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    16,330 miles
    Test number
    163081893016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 DBY

Does L21 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 DBY is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 DBY?
The MOT on L21 DBY is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 DBY done?
L21 DBY was recorded at 76,330 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 8,547 miles a year.
Has L21 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 DBY has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 DBY 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 DBY find?
L21 DBY passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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