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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 998 cc

LA51 KAKMOT history

LA51 KAK is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 14 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 180,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LA51 KAK red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
180,440 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KAK was last recorded at 180,440 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,430 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,440 miles
  • 2025 – 176,001 miles
  • 2024 – 173,066 miles
  • 2023 – 169,669 miles
  • 2022 – 166,173 miles
  • 2021 – 164,463 miles
  • 2020 – 162,039 miles
  • 2019 – 160,378 miles
  • 2018 – 154,558 miles
  • 2016 – 147,601 miles
  • 2014 – 119,398 miles
  • 2013 – 103,375 miles
  • 2012 – 91,351 miles
  • 2011 – 84,693 miles
  • 2010 – 77,357 miles
  • 2009 – 70,141 miles
  • 2008 – 64,068 miles
  • 2006 – 38,252 miles
  • 2005 – 25,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,440 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported near the floorpan corroded hole (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryThe two bumper damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,440 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    180,440 miles
    Test number
    949277615893
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported near the floorpan corroded hole (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe two bumper damaged

  2. Fail180,430 miles (+4,429)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,430 miles
    Test number
    361360699661
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and out sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported near the floorpan corroded hole (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe two bumper damaged

  3. Pass176,001 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    176,001 miles
    Test number
    786696412991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass173,066 miles (+3,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    173,066 miles
    Test number
    333491547340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass169,669 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,669 miles
    Test number
    342342537348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass166,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,173 miles
    Test number
    974586986783
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail166,173 miles (+1,710)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,173 miles
    Test number
    706770209617
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass164,463 miles (+2,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    164,463 miles
    Test number
    137701291795
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill been under sealed

  9. Pass162,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,039 miles
    Test number
    556270848920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail162,032 miles (+1,654)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,032 miles
    Test number
    373886193316
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass160,378 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,378 miles
    Test number
    682915116766
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill coved with under sill

  12. Fail160,375 miles (+5,817)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,375 miles
    Test number
    204740258314
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  13. Pass154,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,558 miles
    Test number
    484541009926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail154,557 miles (+6,956)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,557 miles
    Test number
    252638805209
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass147,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    147,601 miles
    Test number
    926027971094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail147,601 miles (+12,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,601 miles
    Test number
    665482258877
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass135,043 miles (+15,645)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,043 miles
    Test number
    416211535448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass119,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    738093454207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Fail119,396 miles (+16,021)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,396 miles
    Test number
    396963754433
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNear side rear tyer wearing uneven

  20. Pass103,375 miles (+12,024)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,375 miles
    Test number
    458762653246
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass91,351 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    91,351 miles
    Test number
    718185852258
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre ceacking

  22. Fail91,351 miles (+6,658)3 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,351 miles
    Test number
    708055852220
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre ceacking

  23. Pass84,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,693 miles
    Test number
    556038031249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Fail84,693 miles (+7,336)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,693 miles
    Test number
    777258131276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass77,357 miles (+7,216)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    574554810236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  26. Pass70,141 miles (+6,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,141 miles
    Test number
    350766439432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass64,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,068 miles
    Test number
    360257948383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,068 miles (+10,930)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,068 miles
    Test number
    444457448439
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass53,138 miles (+14,886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,138 miles
    Test number
    863892508047
    • NoteOff side head lamp cracked

  30. Pass38,252 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,252 miles
    Test number
    820946456358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail38,249 miles (+12,310)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,249 miles
    Test number
    493684356411
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass25,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,939 miles
    Test number
    594093465308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail25,939 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,939 miles
    Test number
    554117355329
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LA51 KAK

Does LA51 KAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 KAK is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KAK?
The MOT on LA51 KAK is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 KAK done?
LA51 KAK was recorded at 180,440 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,627 miles a year.
Has LA51 KAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KAK has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 KAK 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 LA51 KAK find?
LA51 KAK passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported near the floorpan corroded hole; the two bumper damaged.

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