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Nissan Almera

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,769 cc

LE03 VAXMOT history

LE03 VAX is a silver petrol Nissan Almera first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2022
Mileage
86,454 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,769 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VAX was last recorded at 86,454 miles on 8 Nov 2021, 30,936 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Nov 2009: 18,538 miles, lower than 18,567 miles on 26 Nov 2009.
  • 22 Nov 2014: 36,898 miles, lower than 53,487 miles on 19 Nov 2013.

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
55,518 miles · 2 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
30,936 miles
Average per year
5,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 86,454 miles
  • 2020 – 55,518 miles
  • 2019 – 51,932 miles
  • 2018 – 47,323 miles
  • 2017 – 45,252 miles
  • 2016 – 42,566 miles
  • 2015 – 39,731 miles
  • 2014 – 36,898 miles
  • 2013 – 53,487 miles
  • 2012 – 29,687 miles
  • 2011 – 26,428 miles
  • 2010 – 22,244 miles
  • 2009 – 18,538 miles
  • 2008 – 12,681 miles
  • 2007 – 8,312 miles
  • 2006 – 5,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,454 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,454 miles (+30,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,454 miles
    Test number
    393415414585
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass55,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    55,518 miles
    Test number
    633974287483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail55,518 miles (+3,586)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,518 miles
    Test number
    565177173309
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass51,932 miles (+4,609)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,932 miles
    Test number
    959007550846
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass47,323 miles (+2,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,323 miles
    Test number
    455941183769
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass45,252 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,252 miles
    Test number
    973453500882
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass42,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    42,566 miles
    Test number
    776799311945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail42,566 miles (+2,835)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,566 miles
    Test number
    792519207819
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass39,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,731 miles
    Test number
    280628871307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,731 miles (+2,833)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,731 miles
    Test number
    281280543522
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Fail36,898 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,898 miles
    Test number
    116416224311
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass36,898 miles (-16,589)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,898 miles
    Test number
    568196424384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,487 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,487 miles
    Test number
    416013123384
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass53,487 miles (+23,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,487 miles
    Test number
    825943323322
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass29,687 miles (+3,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,687 miles
    Test number
    338089012323
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass26,428 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    927156111322
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail26,428 miles (+4,184)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    108444311350
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass22,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,244 miles
    Test number
    440169920362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,244 miles (+3,706)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,244 miles
    Test number
    312619920342
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass18,538 miles (-29)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,538 miles
    Test number
    994744539358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,567 miles (+5,886)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    18,567 miles
    Test number
    781540039384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,681 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,681 miles
    Test number
    813669928309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,370 miles
    Test number
    183992288196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail11,370 miles (+3,058)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,370 miles
    Test number
    912360388194
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on dash.

  25. Pass8,312 miles (+2,880)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    8,312 miles
    Test number
    423438177191
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded.

  26. Pass5,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    5,432 miles
    Test number
    432739476137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VAX

Does LE03 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VAX expired on 29 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VAX?
The MOT on LE03 VAX expired on 29 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VAX done?
LE03 VAX was recorded at 86,454 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2021, an average of 5,273 miles a year.
Has LE03 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VAX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LE03 VAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE03 VAX find?
LE03 VAX passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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