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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 998 cc

R174 HFTMOT history

R174 HFT is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 22 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 49,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

R174 HFT silver Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2023
Mileage
49,626 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R174 HFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
22 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R174 HFT was last recorded at 49,626 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 1,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,586 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,040 miles
Average per year
1,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 49,626 miles
  • 2021 – 48,586 miles
  • 2020 – 47,106 miles
  • 2019 – 45,669 miles
  • 2018 – 43,788 miles
  • 2017 – 42,229 miles
  • 2016 – 40,329 miles
  • 2015 – 38,389 miles
  • 2014 – 36,428 miles
  • 2013 – 34,355 miles
  • 2012 – 32,437 miles
  • 2011 – 30,174 miles
  • 2010 – 27,857 miles
  • 2009 – 25,765 miles
  • 2008 – 23,877 miles
  • 2007 – 21,977 miles
  • 2006 – 19,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,626 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside rear brakes slightly low reading
  • AdvisoryOffside front drive shaft boot cracking

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear axle beam corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,626 miles (+1,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    815138766898
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brakes slightly low reading
    • AdvisoryOffside front drive shaft boot cracking

  2. Pass48,586 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    110357825350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail48,572 miles (+1,466)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,572 miles
    Test number
    165569067399
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,106 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,106 miles
    Test number
    925549402376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  5. Fail47,104 miles (+1,435)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,104 miles
    Test number
    365796886598
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  6. Pass45,669 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    45,669 miles
    Test number
    387926784846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail45,628 miles (+1,840)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,628 miles
    Test number
    412075641370
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front of inner wheel arch to inner /outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from oil filter, material caught in the seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass43,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    43,788 miles
    Test number
    545608165679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,788 miles (+1,559)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,788 miles
    Test number
    502634701459
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass42,229 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    42,229 miles
    Test number
    254952889608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,225 miles (+1,896)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,225 miles
    Test number
    532105020901
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

  12. Pass40,329 miles (+1,940)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,329 miles
    Test number
    732521907019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  13. Pass38,389 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,389 miles
    Test number
    385539905263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,428 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,428 miles
    Test number
    355600414215
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  15. Fail36,428 miles (+2,073)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,428 miles
    Test number
    118820014285
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  16. Pass34,355 miles (+1,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,355 miles
    Test number
    496854393191
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass32,437 miles (+2,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,437 miles
    Test number
    577728602246
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass30,174 miles (+2,317)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,174 miles
    Test number
    479263211289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,857 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,857 miles
    Test number
    113294700243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,765 miles
    Test number
    610275619261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,755 miles (+1,878)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,755 miles
    Test number
    313985019425
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass23,877 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,877 miles
    Test number
    213460308225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,977 miles (+2,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,977 miles
    Test number
    380975617255
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  24. Pass19,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,271 miles
    Test number
    303203316263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R174 HFT

Does R174 HFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R174 HFT expired on 4 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R174 HFT?
The MOT on R174 HFT expired on 4 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R174 HFT done?
R174 HFT was recorded at 49,626 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 1,857 miles a year.
Has R174 HFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R174 HFT has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on R174 HFT 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 R174 HFT find?
R174 HFT passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brakes slightly low reading; offside front drive shaft boot cracking.

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