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Nissan Micra

White · Petrol · 1997 · 998 cc

P396 FJMMOT history

P396 FJM is a white petrol Nissan Micra first used on 25 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 102,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

P396 FJM white Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2025
Mileage
102,774 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P396 FJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
25 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P396 FJM was last recorded at 102,774 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,768 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,774 miles
  • 2023 – 93,718 miles
  • 2022 – 89,024 miles
  • 2021 – 84,475 miles
  • 2020 – 80,854 miles
  • 2019 – 78,451 miles
  • 2018 – 75,886 miles
  • 2017 – 75,278 miles
  • 2016 – 74,191 miles
  • 2015 – 72,849 miles
  • 2014 – 71,315 miles
  • 2013 – 69,984 miles
  • 2012 – 68,538 miles
  • 2011 – 66,766 miles
  • 2010 – 64,610 miles
  • 2009 – 61,519 miles
  • 2008 – 58,239 miles
  • 2007 – 53,913 miles
  • 2006 – 49,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,774 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower and upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.16 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel fillerRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySign of repair covered in thick black substaces
  • AdvisorySome areas underbody signs of previous repairs covered in thick black sealantRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTested in wet conditionsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,774 miles (+6)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    102,774 miles
    Test number
    792064631925
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower and upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySign of repair covered in thick black substaces
    • AdvisorySome areas underbody signs of previous repairs covered in thick black sealant
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  2. Fail102,768 miles (+9,050)8 major1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,768 miles
    Test number
    679055566296
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower and upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome areas underbody signs of previous repairs covered in thick black sealant
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  3. Pass93,718 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    805089726711
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRepairs coverd in underseal

  4. Fail93,718 miles (+550)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    411517337040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRepairs coverd in underseal

  5. Fail93,168 miles (+4,144)2 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,168 miles
    Test number
    321234063738
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,024 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,024 miles
    Test number
    323801847462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    631564124796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,475 miles (+3,621)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    510755368118
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass80,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,854 miles
    Test number
    467420517019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,854 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,854 miles
    Test number
    392873258412
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail80,854 miles (+6)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,854 miles
    Test number
    247496362423
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail80,848 miles (+2,397)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,848 miles
    Test number
    563204630025
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass78,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,451 miles
    Test number
    576116301745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,443 miles (+2,557)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,443 miles
    Test number
    590987727617
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  15. Pass75,886 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,886 miles
    Test number
    209606960242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,876 miles (+598)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,876 miles
    Test number
    451161970956
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass75,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,278 miles
    Test number
    916425135475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail75,278 miles (+1,087)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,278 miles
    Test number
    525771642641
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass74,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,191 miles
    Test number
    712947919746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,191 miles (+1,342)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,191 miles
    Test number
    848734566441
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass72,849 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,849 miles
    Test number
    368292745035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,315 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    188795334499
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass71,315 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    749255134088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,984 miles (+1,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,984 miles
    Test number
    906573643047
    • NoteSurface corrosion on n/s/r outer sill

  25. Pass68,538 miles (+1,772)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,538 miles
    Test number
    537118132081
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust tail pipe section
    • NoteSurface corrosion on n/s sill

  26. Pass66,766 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,766 miles
    Test number
    215825841079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,610 miles (+3,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,610 miles
    Test number
    702294750000
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  28. Pass61,519 miles (+3,280)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    61,519 miles
    Test number
    514468349079
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  29. Pass58,239 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,239 miles
    Test number
    322342158075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass53,913 miles (+4,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    972711457054
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  31. Pass49,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,602 miles
    Test number
    182385856013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P396 FJM

Does P396 FJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P396 FJM expired on 7 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P396 FJM?
The MOT on P396 FJM expired on 7 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P396 FJM done?
P396 FJM was recorded at 102,774 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 2,833 miles a year.
Has P396 FJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P396 FJM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on P396 FJM 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 P396 FJM find?
P396 FJM passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with 13 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; coil spring corroded all 4; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides lower and upper, and 10 more.

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