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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,386 cc

L5 NMSMOT history

L5 NMS is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 15 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L5 NMS blue Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,050 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 NMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,386 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 NMS was last recorded at 92,050 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 2,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2008: 4,506 miles, lower than 16,012 miles on 15 Mar 2007.

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
89,325 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,725 miles
Average per year
3,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,050 miles
  • 2025 – 89,325 miles
  • 2024 – 86,498 miles
  • 2023 – 83,393 miles
  • 2022 – 81,166 miles
  • 2020 – 77,047 miles
  • 2019 – 70,761 miles
  • 2018 – 62,268 miles
  • 2017 – 54,189 miles
  • 2016 – 48,535 miles
  • 2015 – 43,843 miles
  • 2014 – 39,950 miles
  • 2013 – 31,443 miles
  • 2012 – 25,814 miles
  • 2011 – 20,401 miles
  • 2010 – 13,917 miles
  • 2009 – 8,356 miles
  • 2008 – 4,506 miles
  • 2007 – 16,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,050 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,050 miles (+2,725)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    928935332712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,325 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,325 miles
    Test number
    355425262215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,498 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,498 miles
    Test number
    843275747540
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail86,474 miles (+3,081)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,474 miles
    Test number
    763367572956
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Fuel pipe corroded. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass83,393 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,393 miles
    Test number
    963402624204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,392 miles (+2,226)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    522013844128
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,166 miles (+4,119)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,166 miles
    Test number
    480895742243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    139905997787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,047 miles (+6,286)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    977627581903
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass70,761 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    140352080843
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail70,761 miles (+8,493)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    279154496199
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass62,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,268 miles
    Test number
    714322599149
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail62,268 miles (+8,079)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,268 miles
    Test number
    409288164080
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass54,189 miles (+5,654)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    821904816643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,535 miles (+4,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,535 miles
    Test number
    145982746059
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  16. Fail43,843 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    438339995096
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass43,843 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    798719395053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,950 miles (+8,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,950 miles
    Test number
    265784284019
    • NoteBoth headlight lenses starting to fade

  19. Pass31,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,443 miles
    Test number
    638128893077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,443 miles (+5,629)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,443 miles
    Test number
    157414193030
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass25,814 miles (+5,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,814 miles
    Test number
    187716792075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,401 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,401 miles
    Test number
    206641001475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    13,917 miles
    Test number
    404406770022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,917 miles (+5,561)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,917 miles
    Test number
    594506170018
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  25. Pass8,356 miles (+3,850)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    8,356 miles
    Test number
    300055279034
    • NoteAdvise front discs are worn
    • NoteAdvise front tyres worn to limit advise replacement

  26. Pass4,506 miles (-11,506)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    4,506 miles
    Test number
    853397978085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,012 miles
    Test number
    833204877055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 NMS

Does L5 NMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 NMS is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 NMS?
The MOT on L5 NMS is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 NMS done?
L5 NMS was recorded at 92,050 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,983 miles a year.
Has L5 NMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 NMS has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 NMS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L5 NMS find?
L5 NMS passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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