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Nissan Almera

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,497 cc

LF52 BWLMOT history

LF52 BWL is a black petrol Nissan Almera first used on 14 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,582 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 BWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 BWL was last recorded at 82,582 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 7,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,259 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,323 miles
Average per year
3,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,582 miles
  • 2025 – 75,259 miles
  • 2024 – 65,181 miles
  • 2023 – 59,336 miles
  • 2022 – 56,750 miles
  • 2021 – 53,276 miles
  • 2020 – 51,028 miles
  • 2019 – 48,939 miles
  • 2018 – 46,533 miles
  • 2017 – 43,534 miles
  • 2016 – 40,924 miles
  • 2015 – 37,938 miles
  • 2014 – 35,230 miles
  • 2013 – 33,435 miles
  • 2012 – 31,503 miles
  • 2011 – 28,998 miles
  • 2010 – 26,363 miles
  • 2009 – 24,296 miles
  • 2008 – 21,500 miles
  • 2007 – 19,124 miles
  • 2006 – 14,699 miles
  • 2005 – 11,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,582 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both rear shock absorber upper attachments worn/noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,582 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    879697463869
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail82,582 miles (+7,323)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    345129655271
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside has the lower reading (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  3. Pass75,259 miles (+10,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,259 miles
    Test number
    183033257187
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,181 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    462356505046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail65,181 miles (+5,845)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    950886721981
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass59,336 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,336 miles
    Test number
    985375173839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail59,336 miles (+2,586)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,336 miles
    Test number
    272931801030
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass56,750 miles (+3,474)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,750 miles
    Test number
    721148552876
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass53,276 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,276 miles
    Test number
    304889555618
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber upper attachments worn/noisy

  10. Fail53,276 miles (+2,248)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,276 miles
    Test number
    291560513709
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section at the rear flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking in the primary grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking in the primary grooves & the tyre is worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber upper attachments worn/noisy

  11. Pass51,028 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    674794835755
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail51,028 miles (+2,089)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,028 miles
    Test number
    352087690031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass48,939 miles (+2,406)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    721898000593
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass46,533 miles (+2,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,533 miles
    Test number
    186979951618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and is excessively worn on the inner edge not within the tested area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm and is excessively worn on the inner edge not within the tested area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass43,534 miles (+2,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    875297051372
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edges

  16. Pass40,924 miles (+2,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,924 miles
    Test number
    153976916360
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on the inner edge

  17. Pass37,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,938 miles
    Test number
    500394478189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,938 miles (+2,708)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,938 miles
    Test number
    666854881941
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  19. Pass35,230 miles (+1,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,230 miles
    Test number
    258933774255
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass33,435 miles (+1,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,435 miles
    Test number
    676084253290
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass31,503 miles (+2,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,503 miles
    Test number
    478636452258
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass28,998 miles (+2,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,998 miles
    Test number
    309146851489
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass26,363 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,363 miles
    Test number
    822346050215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,296 miles (+2,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,296 miles
    Test number
    933797459262
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass21,500 miles (+2,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,500 miles
    Test number
    734589758293
    • 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)

  26. Pass19,124 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,124 miles
    Test number
    464524157282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,699 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,699 miles
    Test number
    901347056283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    11,093 miles
    Test number
    440982155200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 BWL

Does LF52 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 BWL is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 BWL?
The MOT on LF52 BWL is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 BWL done?
LF52 BWL was recorded at 82,582 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,421 miles a year.
Has LF52 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 BWL has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 BWL 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 BWL find?
LF52 BWL passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; rear coil spring corroded both sides, and 2 more.

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