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Nissan Almera

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,497 cc

LM03 VRLMOT history

LM03 VRL is a blue petrol Nissan Almera first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,458 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VRL was last recorded at 98,458 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 4,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,598 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,860 miles
Average per year
4,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,458 miles
  • 2025 – 93,598 miles
  • 2024 – 86,269 miles
  • 2023 – 82,161 miles
  • 2022 – 78,257 miles
  • 2021 – 76,727 miles
  • 2020 – 75,660 miles
  • 2019 – 73,552 miles
  • 2018 – 70,259 miles
  • 2017 – 64,242 miles
  • 2016 – 54,235 miles
  • 2015 – 45,468 miles
  • 2014 – 36,964 miles
  • 2013 – 30,403 miles
  • 2012 – 26,618 miles
  • 2011 – 23,229 miles
  • 2010 – 21,562 miles
  • 2009 – 20,319 miles
  • 2008 – 18,884 miles
  • 2007 – 17,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,458 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (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.

  • Front Cross member corroding

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,458 miles (+4,860)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,458 miles
    Test number
    451027281767
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass93,598 miles (+7,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    888435672164
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroding

  3. Pass86,269 miles (+4,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,269 miles
    Test number
    176512084844
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,161 miles (+3,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,161 miles
    Test number
    276316427307
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroding

  5. Pass78,257 miles (+1,530)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,257 miles
    Test number
    214827911852
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Cross member corroding
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass76,727 miles (+1,067)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,727 miles
    Test number
    852361874752
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMulti-rib drive belt - cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre & rear sections corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass75,660 miles (+2,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,660 miles
    Test number
    611918338345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass73,552 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,552 miles
    Test number
    179726518765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,259 miles (+6,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,259 miles
    Test number
    906787434444
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slight uneven wear

  10. Pass64,242 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,242 miles
    Test number
    290560349327
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre splitting between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades deteriorating [smearing]

  11. Fail64,242 miles (+10,007)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,242 miles
    Test number
    999793016771
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre splitting between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades deteriorating [smearing]

  12. Pass54,235 miles (+8,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,235 miles
    Test number
    374269389979
    • 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)

  13. Pass45,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,468 miles
    Test number
    699360654866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,468 miles (+8,504)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,468 miles
    Test number
    259288657358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass36,964 miles (+6,561)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,964 miles
    Test number
    397447914264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,403 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,403 miles
    Test number
    338699413495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,618 miles (+3,389)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,618 miles
    Test number
    137689412292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,229 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,229 miles
    Test number
    197066011203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,562 miles (+1,243)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,562 miles
    Test number
    954552420202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,319 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,319 miles
    Test number
    783423129270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,884 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,884 miles
    Test number
    261657038020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    17,693 miles
    Test number
    760403437044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VRL

Does LM03 VRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VRL is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VRL?
The MOT on LM03 VRL is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VRL done?
LM03 VRL was recorded at 98,458 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 4,138 miles a year.
Has LM03 VRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VRL has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on LM03 VRL 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 LM03 VRL find?
LM03 VRL passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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