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Nissan Almera

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,769 cc

LM52 ZLXMOT history

LM52 ZLX is a grey petrol Nissan Almera first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 30,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
30,133 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 ZLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,769 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 ZLX was last recorded at 30,133 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,811 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,322 miles
Average per year
847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,133 miles
  • 2025 – 28,811 miles
  • 2024 – 28,501 miles
  • 2023 – 28,217 miles
  • 2022 – 27,944 miles
  • 2021 – 27,063 miles
  • 2020 – 25,312 miles
  • 2019 – 22,865 miles
  • 2018 – 20,190 miles
  • 2016 – 19,735 miles
  • 2015 – 19,418 miles
  • 2014 – 18,883 miles
  • 2013 – 17,818 miles
  • 2012 – 17,526 miles
  • 2011 – 17,312 miles
  • 2010 – 16,683 miles
  • 2008 – 14,507 miles
  • 2006 – 13,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,133 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,133 miles (+1,322)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    30,133 miles
    Test number
    455725210591
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass28,811 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    28,811 miles
    Test number
    232480039135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass28,501 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    28,501 miles
    Test number
    405254616551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass28,217 miles (+273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    28,217 miles
    Test number
    383268169857
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass27,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    27,944 miles
    Test number
    243512198665
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail27,938 miles (+875)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,938 miles
    Test number
    306008879791
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass27,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    27,063 miles
    Test number
    463257798320
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail27,063 miles (+1,751)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,063 miles
    Test number
    474482212178
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass25,312 miles (+2,447)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    25,312 miles
    Test number
    229405055297
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass22,865 miles (+2,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    22,865 miles
    Test number
    948443544823
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass20,190 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    20,190 miles
    Test number
    568610232937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,735 miles
    Test number
    948497640304
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail19,735 miles (+317)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,735 miles
    Test number
    988090057794
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass19,418 miles (+535)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,418 miles
    Test number
    107403455184
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnable to see front or rear brake pads fully?

  15. Pass18,883 miles (+1,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,883 miles
    Test number
    108468124488
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass17,818 miles (+292)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    17,818 miles
    Test number
    455264323017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnderbody showing signs of standing

  17. Pass17,526 miles (+214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    17,526 miles
    Test number
    357857712076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass17,312 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    17,312 miles
    Test number
    247461021078
    • NoteAll brake discs pitted
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre sidewall cut

  19. Fail17,312 miles (+629)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,312 miles
    Test number
    925621621031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAll brake discs pitted
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre sidewall cut

  20. Pass16,683 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,683 miles
    Test number
    652430420068
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail16,628 miles (+2,121)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,628 miles
    Test number
    523028010085
    • 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 testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall.

  22. Pass14,507 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,507 miles
    Test number
    664945178149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,698 miles
    Test number
    722630206370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 ZLX

Does LM52 ZLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 ZLX is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 ZLX?
The MOT on LM52 ZLX is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 ZLX done?
LM52 ZLX was recorded at 30,133 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 847 miles a year.
Has LM52 ZLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 ZLX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 ZLX 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 LM52 ZLX find?
LM52 ZLX passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective.

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