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Nissan Micra

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 998 cc

R57 BCRMOT history

R57 BCR is a green petrol Nissan Micra first used on 28 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

R57 BCR green Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2024
Mileage
81,257 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R57 BCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2024
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R57 BCR was last recorded at 81,257 miles on 8 May 2024, 4,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,964 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
4,293 miles
Average per year
3,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 81,257 miles
  • 2023 – 76,964 miles
  • 2022 – 69,716 miles
  • 2020 – 69,175 miles
  • 2019 – 67,690 miles
  • 2018 – 66,445 miles
  • 2017 – 65,204 miles
  • 2016 – 63,685 miles
  • 2015 – 62,241 miles
  • 2014 – 61,363 miles
  • 2013 – 58,497 miles
  • 2012 – 53,880 miles
  • 2011 – 49,012 miles
  • 2010 – 45,163 miles
  • 2009 – 42,158 miles
  • 2008 – 39,487 miles
  • 2007 – 32,793 miles
  • 2006 – 26,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,257 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 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))
  • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Panel Corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Wiper SplitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryReverse Light Not Working

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.

  • Front cross member corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Drivers door exterior handle damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside and offside rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,257 miles (+4,293)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,257 miles
    Test number
    216392467482
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 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))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Panel Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper Split
    • AdvisoryReverse Light Not Working

  2. Pass76,964 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,964 miles
    Test number
    314800059387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper Split

  3. Fail76,964 miles (+7,248)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,964 miles
    Test number
    338457320258
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper Split

  4. Pass69,716 miles (+541)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,716 miles
    Test number
    956724358179
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  5. Pass69,175 miles (+1,485)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,175 miles
    Test number
    159791533397
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cross member corroded

  6. Pass67,690 miles (+1,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    714078692835
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  7. Pass66,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    665607683515
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  8. Fail66,445 miles (+1,241)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    556503263906
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  9. Pass65,204 miles (+1,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,204 miles
    Test number
    460645491966
    • AdvisoryFront cross member heavily corroded

  10. Pass63,685 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,685 miles
    Test number
    450969001448
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door exterior handle damaged
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sill corroded

  11. Fail63,685 miles (+1,444)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,685 miles
    Test number
    987007557866
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door exterior handle damaged
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sill corroded

  12. Pass62,241 miles (+878)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    387298845172
    • NoteDrivers door exterior handle damaged
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  13. Pass61,363 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,363 miles
    Test number
    628228244156
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  14. Fail61,363 miles (+2,866)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,363 miles
    Test number
    735428944169
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  15. Pass58,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,497 miles
    Test number
    845538143146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,497 miles (+4,617)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,497 miles
    Test number
    956138043171
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,880 miles (+4,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,880 miles
    Test number
    406052152186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,012 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,012 miles
    Test number
    838639231104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,163 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,163 miles
    Test number
    361528310155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    253072219425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,158 miles (+2,671)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    724811219186
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass39,487 miles (+6,694)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,487 miles
    Test number
    952265098086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front outer constant velocity joint gaiter perished

  23. Pass32,793 miles (+6,514)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,793 miles
    Test number
    642825477070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,279 miles
    Test number
    740648956065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R57 BCR

Does R57 BCR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R57 BCR expired on 5 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R57 BCR?
The MOT on R57 BCR expired on 5 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R57 BCR done?
R57 BCR was recorded at 81,257 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 3,022 miles a year.
Has R57 BCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R57 BCR has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on R57 BCR 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 R57 BCR find?
R57 BCR failed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; horn not working; 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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