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Nissan Micra

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,240 cc

LR53 EJCMOT history

LR53 EJC is a black petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 79,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

LR53 EJC black Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
79,608 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 EJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 EJC was last recorded at 79,608 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 5,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Aug 2014: 12,735 miles, lower than 26,065 miles on 3 Sept 2013.

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
74,361 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,247 miles
Average per year
3,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,608 miles
  • 2025 – 74,361 miles
  • 2024 – 68,806 miles
  • 2023 – 63,259 miles
  • 2022 – 57,986 miles
  • 2021 – 52,735 miles
  • 2020 – 48,706 miles
  • 2019 – 45,191 miles
  • 2018 – 42,264 miles
  • 2017 – 38,267 miles
  • 2016 – 35,132 miles
  • 2015 – 31,780 miles
  • 2014 – 27,966 miles
  • 2013 – 26,065 miles
  • 2012 – 23,930 miles
  • 2011 – 22,095 miles
  • 2010 – 20,341 miles
  • 2009 – 18,103 miles
  • 2008 – 15,801 miles
  • 2007 – 13,394 miles
  • 2006 – 11,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,608 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front seat back wont fold forward

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front seat back wont fold forward

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    372104966569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail79,608 miles (+5,247)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,608 miles
    Test number
    525738093462
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass74,361 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    111379124951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat back wont fold forward
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat back wont fold forward
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail74,361 miles (+5,555)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,361 miles
    Test number
    715414159065
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat back wont fold forward
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat back wont fold forward
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,806 miles (+5,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,806 miles
    Test number
    155510500350
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass63,259 miles (+5,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    63,259 miles
    Test number
    816470531388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,986 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,986 miles
    Test number
    695703064510
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush un bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat fixed in upright position as tilt mechanism inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush un bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat fixed in upright position as tilt mechanism inop, access to rear seats just possible
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  8. Fail57,986 miles (+5,251)1 major2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,986 miles
    Test number
    564197086662
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush un bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat fixed in upright position as tilt mechanism inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush un bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat fixed in upright position as tilt mechanism inop, access to rear seats just possible
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  9. Pass52,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,735 miles
    Test number
    702055008414
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop.

  10. Fail52,735 miles (+4,029)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,735 miles
    Test number
    907048012627
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop.

  11. Pass48,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,706 miles
    Test number
    476255596124
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working (2009+)

  12. Fail48,706 miles (+3,515)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,706 miles
    Test number
    410764567624
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working (2009+)

  13. Pass45,191 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    45,191 miles
    Test number
    171666288283
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides strong advisory (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wish bone back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides from outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has reserve travel

  14. Fail45,191 miles (+2,927)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,191 miles
    Test number
    155904960384
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides strong advisory (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides wish bone back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides from outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has reserve travel

  15. Pass42,264 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,264 miles
    Test number
    875785927291
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  16. Fail42,264 miles (+3,997)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,264 miles
    Test number
    877167503370
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen product on lens (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen product on lens (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped need to be replaced with pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped need to be replaced with pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  17. Pass38,267 miles (+3,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,267 miles
    Test number
    887284498941
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are heavily worn and lipped advise replacement
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn replace with new diss
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass35,132 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,132 miles
    Test number
    847967465532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail35,132 miles (+3,352)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,132 miles
    Test number
    507686085706
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' large sticker and sat nav in eye line (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass31,780 miles (+3,814)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,780 miles
    Test number
    739706625876
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat tilt mechanisms faulty
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades split
    • AdvisoryBoth indicator side repeater bulbs losing colour
    • AdvisoryOfficial sticker in zone A

  21. Pass27,966 miles (+15,231)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,966 miles
    Test number
    228928834237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,735 miles (-13,330)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    12,735 miles
    Test number
    916575534289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,065 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,065 miles
    Test number
    259026143248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass26,065 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,065 miles
    Test number
    956736543231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,930 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,930 miles
    Test number
    228647952245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,095 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,095 miles
    Test number
    405292351252
    • 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)

  27. Pass22,095 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,095 miles
    Test number
    646152651206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,341 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,341 miles
    Test number
    490156260238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,103 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,103 miles
    Test number
    692144569239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass15,801 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,801 miles
    Test number
    831429758276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass13,394 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,394 miles
    Test number
    554070867242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass11,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    11,657 miles
    Test number
    361175076437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 EJC

Does LR53 EJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 EJC is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 EJC?
The MOT on LR53 EJC is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 EJC done?
LR53 EJC was recorded at 79,608 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 3,422 miles a year.
Has LR53 EJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 EJC has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 EJC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 EJC find?
LR53 EJC passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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