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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 998 cc

P129 RARMOT history

P129 RAR is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 27 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2023.

P129 RAR red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2022
Mileage
77,074 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P129 RAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P129 RAR was last recorded at 77,074 miles on 17 Feb 2023, 1,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,474 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,600 miles
Average per year
1,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,074 miles
  • 2021 – 75,474 miles
  • 2020 – 74,018 miles
  • 2019 – 72,775 miles
  • 2018 – 69,796 miles
  • 2017 – 68,755 miles
  • 2016 – 67,490 miles
  • 2015 – 64,773 miles
  • 2014 – 64,744 miles
  • 2013 – 64,526 miles
  • 2012 – 64,180 miles
  • 2011 – 62,906 miles
  • 2010 – 59,668 miles
  • 2009 – 56,266 miles
  • 2008 – 52,604 miles
  • 2007 – 48,417 miles
  • 2006 – 44,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail77,074 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner eing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail77,074 miles (+1,600)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    120407081353
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner eing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,474 miles (+44)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,474 miles
    Test number
    885500403021
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drainage whole is corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive has minor damage cause by the last mot tester (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail75,430 miles (+1,412)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,430 miles
    Test number
    907085400182
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,018 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    114107929631
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail74,017 miles (+1,242)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,017 miles
    Test number
    657298698978
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass72,775 miles (+2,979)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,775 miles
    Test number
    755612911324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth floors to sills starting to rust

  7. Pass69,796 miles (+1,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    658798493098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBoth floors to sills starting to rust

  8. Pass68,755 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,755 miles
    Test number
    185739402159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail68,751 miles (+1,261)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,751 miles
    Test number
    149109130907
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass67,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    431578500027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail67,490 miles (+2,717)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    364700130280
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass64,773 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,773 miles
    Test number
    581408062660
    • AdvisoryOff side rear inner sill has corrosion

  13. Fail64,745 miles (+1)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,745 miles
    Test number
    935614925295
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroding

  14. Pass64,744 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,744 miles
    Test number
    736968844102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,526 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,526 miles
    Test number
    209024453135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,180 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,180 miles
    Test number
    449613042137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,906 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,906 miles
    Test number
    768224341113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,668 miles (+3,402)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,668 miles
    Test number
    172226320100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,266 miles
    Test number
    150041539150
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail56,266 miles (+3,662)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,266 miles
    Test number
    891881539189
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass52,604 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,604 miles
    Test number
    170630958160
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing on inside edge

  22. Fail52,604 miles (+4,187)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,604 miles
    Test number
    261890858458
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing on inside edge

  23. Fail48,417 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,417 miles
    Test number
    221498527125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  24. Pass48,417 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,417 miles
    Test number
    861428327166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,095 miles
    Test number
    293334526131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P129 RAR

Does P129 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P129 RAR expired on 15 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P129 RAR?
The MOT on P129 RAR expired on 15 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P129 RAR done?
P129 RAR was recorded at 77,074 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2023, an average of 1,964 miles a year.
Has P129 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P129 RAR has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on P129 RAR 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 P129 RAR find?
P129 RAR failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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