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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,386 cc

LE03 VLSMOT history

LE03 VLS is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 6 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 48,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

LE03 VLS grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
48,467 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,386 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VLS was last recorded at 48,467 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 3,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2015: 26,913 miles, lower than 254,213 miles on 6 Jun 2014.

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
45,040 miles · 11 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,427 miles
Average per year
2,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 48,467 miles
  • 2021 – 45,040 miles
  • 2020 – 42,602 miles
  • 2019 – 39,799 miles
  • 2018 – 36,679 miles
  • 2017 – 31,951 miles
  • 2016 – 28,858 miles
  • 2015 – 26,913 miles
  • 2014 – 254,213 miles
  • 2013 – 24,080 miles
  • 2012 – 22,446 miles
  • 2011 – 21,981 miles
  • 2010 – 20,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator warning light illuminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to limit of reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Driver's airbag obviously defective

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    113026950117
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to limit of reserve travel

  2. FailMileage not read3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    125866203737
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top mounting/inner wing prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to limit of reserve travel

  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    234375651462
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    869462515529
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass48,467 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,467 miles
    Test number
    209673114146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,040 miles
    Test number
    776186435960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Fail45,040 miles (+2,438)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,040 miles
    Test number
    668254065370
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass42,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    686157663435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail42,602 miles (+2,803)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    551533327705
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,799 miles (+3,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,799 miles
    Test number
    498144957652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass36,679 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    36,679 miles
    Test number
    673784957141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  12. Fail36,679 miles (+4,728)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,679 miles
    Test number
    886734853721
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  13. Pass31,951 miles (+3,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,951 miles
    Test number
    381333203369
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass28,858 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    28,858 miles
    Test number
    330359262692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail28,858 miles (+1,945)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,858 miles
    Test number
    172657517838
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass26,913 miles (-227,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,913 miles
    Test number
    268157465136
    • NoteChild seat fitted 2 nearside rear

  17. Pass254,213 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    254,213 miles
    Test number
    139937654157
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail25,421 miles (+1,341)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,421 miles
    Test number
    966987754106
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass24,080 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    24,080 miles
    Test number
    469942163149
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Fail24,077 miles (+1,631)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,077 miles
    Test number
    656242563120
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass22,446 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,446 miles
    Test number
    126133502267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,411 miles (+430)11 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,411 miles
    Test number
    716052482177
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r tyre poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r tyre poor condition

  23. Pass21,981 miles (+1,681)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,981 miles
    Test number
    437729161198
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre walls cracking
    • NoteN/s/r tyre walls cracking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre walls cracking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre walls cracking

  24. Pass20,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,300 miles
    Test number
    733025030108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VLS

Does LE03 VLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VLS expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VLS?
The MOT on LE03 VLS expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VLS done?
LE03 VLS was recorded at 48,467 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 2,281 miles a year.
Has LE03 VLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VLS has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LE03 VLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE03 VLS find?
LE03 VLS passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner wing, and 3 more.

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