Nissan logo

Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,275 cc

L3 GTRMOT history

L3 GTR is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Sept 1994. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 85,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,169 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
17 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L3 GTR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L3 GTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Sept 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 GTR was last recorded at 85,169 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,154 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
17 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,169 miles
  • 2025 – 85,154 miles
  • 2023 – 85,146 miles
  • 2022 – 85,127 miles
  • 2020 – 85,097 miles
  • 2018 – 85,060 miles
  • 2017 – 84,827 miles
  • 2006 – 84,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,169 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNo rear seat or belts fitted compertion car

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.

  • Only drivers seat fitted at time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly damaged metal parts rusted , both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,169 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,169 miles
    Test number
    884533706330
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seat or belts fitted compertion car

  2. Pass85,154 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,154 miles
    Test number
    458281623717
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced unerside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCompertion car no rear seats fitted or belts

  3. Pass85,146 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,146 miles
    Test number
    823434326618
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor hole due to corrosion
    • AdvisoryCompetition car rally car no rear seats or belts fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  4. Pass85,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,127 miles
    Test number
    295146194621
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps corroded .
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryHole due to corrosion in rear of floor .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail85,127 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,127 miles
    Test number
    162726981084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps corroded .
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryHole due to corrosion in rear of floor .

  6. Fail85,127 miles (+30)1 dangerous9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,127 miles
    Test number
    832877547863
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel straps corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHole due to corrosion rear of floor

  7. Pass85,097 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,097 miles
    Test number
    809654464877
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTHIS VEHICLE IS A COMPETITION CAR

  8. Fail85,097 miles (+37)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,097 miles
    Test number
    810233032152
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass85,060 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,060 miles
    Test number
    845443026264
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged metal parts rusted , both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps rusted

  10. Fail85,060 miles (+233)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,060 miles
    Test number
    693411056805
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged metal parts rusted , both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps rusted

  11. Pass84,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,827 miles
    Test number
    419010937433
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOnly drivers seat fitted at time of test

  12. Fail84,827 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,827 miles
    Test number
    520398081938
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOnly drivers seat fitted at time of test

  13. Fail84,827 miles (+3)17 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,827 miles
    Test number
    822658374407
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill pannel (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOnly drivers seat fitted at time of test

  14. Pass84,824 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    410237506358
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Fail84,823 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,823 miles
    Test number
    454460226229
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L3 GTR

Does L3 GTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 GTR is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 GTR?
The MOT on L3 GTR is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 GTR done?
L3 GTR was recorded at 85,169 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 17 miles a year.
Has L3 GTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 GTR has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L3 GTR 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 L3 GTR find?
L3 GTR passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; no rear seat or belts fitted compertion car.

Related registrations

Browse all L3G registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.