Nissan Micra
White · Petrol · 1996 · 998 cc
P396 XFCMOT history
P396 XFC is a white petrol Nissan Micra first used on 14 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,188 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 27 Mar 2026
- Mileage
- 111,188 mi
- At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
- MOT tests
- 21
- 19 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 3,122 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P396 XFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Micra
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 14 Dec 1996
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Mar 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
P396 XFC was last recorded at 111,188 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 15,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 95,676 miles · 4 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 15,512 miles
- Average per year
- 3,122 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 111,188 miles
- 2024 – 95,676 miles
- 2022 – 87,046 miles
- 2021 – 80,200 miles
- 2020 – 78,715 miles
- 2019 – 78,153 miles
- 2018 – 77,772 miles
- 2017 – 76,649 miles
- 2016 – 75,447 miles
- 2015 – 73,877 miles
- 2014 – 72,370 miles
- 2013 – 69,759 miles
- 2012 – 68,070 miles
- 2011 – 66,447 miles
- 2010 – 63,875 miles
- 2009 – 61,725 miles
- 2008 – 59,506 miles
- 2007 – 56,871 miles
- 2006 – 53,695 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass111,188 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
All tyre rubber valves perished
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
21 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass111,188 miles (+15,512)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 111,188 miles
- Test number
- 752733430804
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Pass95,676 miles (+8,630)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 95,676 miles
- Test number
- 408270516164
- AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mounting has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass87,046 miles (+1)14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 87,046 miles
- Test number
- 541562919646
- AdvisoryAll tyre rubber valves perished
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail87,045 miles (+6,845)2 major15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,045 miles
- Test number
- 184737500164
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll tyre rubber valves perished
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass80,200 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 80,200 miles
- Test number
- 261671558449
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail80,199 miles (+1,484)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,199 miles
- Test number
- 794031952062
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30 cm suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front X member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass78,715 miles (+562)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 78,715 miles
- Test number
- 332281248559
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,153 miles (+381)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 78,153 miles
- Test number
- 906058387697
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,772 miles (+1,123)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 77,772 miles
- Test number
- 606983763426
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,649 miles (+1,202)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 76,649 miles
- Test number
- 900609966416
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,447 miles (+1,570)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 75,447 miles
- Test number
- 461893411708
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,877 miles (+1,507)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 73,877 miles
- Test number
- 750927008675
- 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)
Pass72,370 miles (+2,611)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 72,370 miles
- Test number
- 356779474211
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Pass69,759 miles (+1,689)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 69,759 miles
- Test number
- 578328483240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,070 miles (+1,623)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 68,070 miles
- Test number
- 115693482263
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,447 miles (+2,572)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 66,447 miles
- Test number
- 395909891274
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,875 miles (+2,150)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 63,875 miles
- Test number
- 674599770257
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,725 miles (+2,219)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 61,725 miles
- Test number
- 343345979269
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,506 miles (+2,635)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 59,506 miles
- Test number
- 554583488268
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,871 miles (+3,176)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 56,871 miles
- Test number
- 310009197457
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,695 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 53,695 miles
- Test number
- 390640106319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about P396 XFC
- Does P396 XFC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on P396 XFC expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on P396 XFC?
- The MOT on P396 XFC expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has P396 XFC done?
- P396 XFC was recorded at 111,188 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 3,122 miles a year.
- Has P396 XFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P396 XFC has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
- Has the mileage on P396 XFC 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 XFC find?
- P396 XFC passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; underside corroded.
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