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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 998 cc

LF52 BWJMOT history

LF52 BWJ is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 43,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

LF52 BWJ grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
43,808 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 BWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 BWJ was last recorded at 43,808 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 9,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
34,402 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,406 miles
Average per year
2,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 43,808 miles
  • 2024 – 34,402 miles
  • 2023 – 17,613 miles
  • 2021 – 16,829 miles
  • 2020 – 15,944 miles
  • 2019 – 15,564 miles
  • 2018 – 14,641 miles
  • 2017 – 13,613 miles
  • 2016 – 12,922 miles
  • 2015 – 12,307 miles
  • 2014 – 11,599 miles
  • 2013 – 10,910 miles
  • 2012 – 10,032 miles
  • 2011 – 8,977 miles
  • 2010 – 7,644 miles
  • 2009 – 6,406 miles
  • 2008 – 5,494 miles
  • 2007 – 4,845 miles
  • 2006 – 3,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,808 miles
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,808 miles (+9,406)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    43,808 miles
    Test number
    295179461949
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Pass34,402 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    494634962506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail34,402 miles (+9,143)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    859733873908
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass25,259 miles (+7,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    25,259 miles
    Test number
    345572823089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  5. Pass17,613 miles (+784)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    17,613 miles
    Test number
    924034144171
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass16,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    16,829 miles
    Test number
    267712964992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail16,829 miles (+885)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,829 miles
    Test number
    245779710174
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass15,944 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    15,944 miles
    Test number
    397340053071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    15,564 miles
    Test number
    409124010328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail15,564 miles (+923)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,564 miles
    Test number
    294212170514
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass14,641 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    14,641 miles
    Test number
    984280034611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,613 miles (+691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    13,613 miles
    Test number
    613743019079
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack gaiters have oil on them but no leaks detected.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has multiple cracks.

  13. Pass12,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    12,922 miles
    Test number
    587062494180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split

  14. Fail12,922 miles (+615)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,922 miles
    Test number
    425055999620
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/40/14 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split

  15. Pass12,307 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    12,307 miles
    Test number
    611558392503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,599 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    11,599 miles
    Test number
    496334034231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,910 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    10,910 miles
    Test number
    297885033225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass10,032 miles (+1,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    10,032 miles
    Test number
    228906432242
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass8,977 miles (+1,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    8,977 miles
    Test number
    125036031223
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass7,644 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    7,644 miles
    Test number
    353628330209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,406 miles (+912)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    6,406 miles
    Test number
    594633429252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear wheels slightly binding
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriated

  22. Pass5,494 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    5,494 miles
    Test number
    332919438455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,845 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    4,845 miles
    Test number
    131020247200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    3,867 miles
    Test number
    140783226250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 BWJ

Does LF52 BWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 BWJ is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 BWJ?
The MOT on LF52 BWJ is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 BWJ done?
LF52 BWJ was recorded at 43,808 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 2,063 miles a year.
Has LF52 BWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 BWJ has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 BWJ 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 LF52 BWJ find?
LF52 BWJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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