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Nissan Kubistar

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,461 cc

L8 FARMOT history

L8 FAR is a red diesel Nissan Kubistar first used on 8 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 116,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,183 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 FAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Kubistar
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 FAR was last recorded at 116,183 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 1,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,639 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,544 miles
Average per year
5,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,183 miles
  • 2025 – 114,639 miles
  • 2024 – 113,336 miles
  • 2023 – 111,342 miles
  • 2022 – 108,797 miles
  • 2021 – 106,828 miles
  • 2020 – 105,895 miles
  • 2019 – 103,700 miles
  • 2018 – 101,851 miles
  • 2017 – 98,275 miles
  • 2016 – 93,949 miles
  • 2015 – 88,731 miles
  • 2014 – 81,024 miles
  • 2013 – 72,752 miles
  • 2012 – 63,877 miles
  • 2011 – 54,101 miles
  • 2010 – 44,456 miles
  • 2009 – 35,431 miles
  • 2008 – 28,220 miles
  • 2007 – 19,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,183 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,183 miles
    Test number
    298626791156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,182 miles (+1,543)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,182 miles
    Test number
    583349078159
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,639 miles (+1,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,639 miles
    Test number
    934739785429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,336 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    113,336 miles
    Test number
    679871975579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,322 miles (+1,980)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,322 miles
    Test number
    883795077747
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))

  6. Pass111,342 miles (+2,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,342 miles
    Test number
    964038426608
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass108,797 miles (+1,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,797 miles
    Test number
    990676900174
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass106,828 miles (+933)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,828 miles
    Test number
    981944673748
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,895 miles (+2,195)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    105,895 miles
    Test number
    241100776965
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,700 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    103,700 miles
    Test number
    220681291333
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail103,666 miles (+1,815)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,666 miles
    Test number
    390571993413
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass101,851 miles (+3,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,851 miles
    Test number
    813328748482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Pass98,275 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,275 miles
    Test number
    653709482970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,949 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,949 miles
    Test number
    368547853148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,731 miles (+7,707)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,731 miles
    Test number
    559507895012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,024 miles (+8,272)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,024 miles
    Test number
    626447394087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,752 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,752 miles
    Test number
    669748793052
    • NoteCracks in front windscreen
    • NoteFront roll bar link bushes breaking up

  18. Fail72,752 miles (+8,875)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,752 miles
    Test number
    275848393049
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteCracks in front windscreen
    • NoteFront roll bar link bushes breaking up

  19. Pass63,877 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,877 miles
    Test number
    175085192095
    • NoteBoth front a.r.b "d" bushes and link bushes perished
    • NoteSlight play im o/s top strut mount

  20. Fail63,877 miles (+9,776)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,877 miles
    Test number
    356565292016
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • NoteBoth front a.r.b "d" bushes and link bushes perished
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteSlight play im o/s top strut mount

  21. Pass54,101 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    895486591070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFront a.r.b bushes perished

  22. Fail54,101 miles (+9,645)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    625116991055
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFront a.r.b bushes perished
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  23. Pass44,456 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,456 miles
    Test number
    170237690447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,431 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,431 miles
    Test number
    593588299060
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNs seat belt freyed

  25. Pass35,431 miles (+7,211)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,431 miles
    Test number
    953408699063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNs seat belt freyed

  26. Pass28,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,220 miles
    Test number
    711023998026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,220 miles (+8,451)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,220 miles
    Test number
    220873598071
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass19,769 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,769 miles
    Test number
    970762997084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about L8 FAR

Does L8 FAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 FAR is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 FAR?
The MOT on L8 FAR is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 FAR done?
L8 FAR was recorded at 116,183 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,090 miles a year.
Has L8 FAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 FAR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 FAR 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 L8 FAR find?
L8 FAR passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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