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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 898 cc

L26 XLSMOT history

L26 XLS is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 68,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

L26 XLS grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,289 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 XLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
898 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 XLS was last recorded at 68,289 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 7,178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,111 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,178 miles
Average per year
7,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,289 miles
  • 2025 – 61,111 miles
  • 2024 – 53,735 miles
  • 2023 – 46,289 miles
  • 2022 – 38,938 miles
  • 2021 – 33,262 miles
  • 2020 – 26,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,289 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,289 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,289 miles
    Test number
    120036301499
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE

  2. Fail68,289 miles (+7,178)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,289 miles
    Test number
    320605293808
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONG ADVISE
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass61,111 miles (+7,376)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    61,111 miles
    Test number
    480175476635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    720608968338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail53,735 miles (+7,446)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    106893576283
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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))

  6. Pass46,289 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    46,289 miles
    Test number
    787470925146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail46,271 miles (+7,333)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,271 miles
    Test number
    878806748194
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass38,938 miles (+5,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    38,938 miles
    Test number
    726682503616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass33,262 miles (+6,933)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    33,262 miles
    Test number
    933315452430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    26,329 miles
    Test number
    132744805875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail26,329 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,329 miles
    Test number
    916780557983
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Questions about L26 XLS

Does L26 XLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 XLS is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 XLS?
The MOT on L26 XLS is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 XLS done?
L26 XLS was recorded at 68,289 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 7,014 miles a year.
Has L26 XLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 XLS has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 XLS 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 L26 XLS find?
L26 XLS passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; front road wheel slightly distorted both; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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