Nissan Almera
White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc
S20 VVLMOT history
S20 VVL is a white petrol Nissan Almera first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,203 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 108,203 mi
- At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 15 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 3,223 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S20 VVL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Almera
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 31 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S20 VVL was last recorded at 108,203 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 1,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 106,388 miles · 10 Feb 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1,815 miles
- Average per year
- 3,223 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 108,203 miles
- 2024 – 106,388 miles
- 2023 – 106,258 miles
- 2020 – 106,215 miles
- 2018 – 103,000 miles
- 2017 – 102,028 miles
- 2016 – 90,413 miles
- 2015 – 76,710 miles
- 2014 – 63,341 miles
- 2012 – 54,584 miles
- 2011 – 53,469 miles
- 2010 – 52,469 miles
- 2009 – 50,527 miles
- 2008 – 49,662 miles
- 2007 – 48,632 miles
- 2006 – 45,809 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass108,203 miles
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018
Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced
Minor2 MOTs, 2020
No rear seats or seat belts fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2020
Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Full MOT history
24 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass108,203 miles (+1,815)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 108,203 miles
- Test number
- 858252667030
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass106,388 miles (+130)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 106,388 miles
- Test number
- 439611029836
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail106,258 miles (+43)8 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,258 miles
- Test number
- 582178968372
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
- MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (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))
- AdvisoryCorrosion nearside rear inner sill
- AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear inner arch
Pass106,215 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 106,215 miles
- Test number
- 382164551111
- MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNo rear seats or seat belts fitted
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail106,214 miles (+3,214)10 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,214 miles
- Test number
- 669150352427
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBumper insecure Both (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNo rear seats or seat belts fitted
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass103,000 miles (+385)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 103,000 miles
- Test number
- 887625534138
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryAll suspension modified
- AdvisoryUnder body surface rust
Fail102,615 miles (+3)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,615 miles
- Test number
- 258106016061
- MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition cat missing (8.1.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced quatre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced quatre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion
Fail102,612 miles (+584)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,612 miles
- Test number
- 588216217914
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced quatre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced quatre (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion
Pass102,028 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 102,028 miles
- Test number
- 863370389188
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,022 miles (+11,609)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,022 miles
- Test number
- 962693549322
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass90,413 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 90,413 miles
- Test number
- 929386083398
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail90,413 miles (+13,703)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,413 miles
- Test number
- 950312963565
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass76,710 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 76,710 miles
- Test number
- 367381955021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,707 miles (+13,366)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,707 miles
- Test number
- 176728845039
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Pass63,341 miles (+8,757)7 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 63,341 miles
- Test number
- 137553424033
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteOil leak
Pass54,584 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 54,584 miles
- Test number
- 836039032327
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail54,584 miles (+1,115)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,584 miles
- Test number
- 189324732360
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Pass53,469 miles (+1,000)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 53,469 miles
- Test number
- 649498021317
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,469 miles (+1,942)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 52,469 miles
- Test number
- 461067430478
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,527 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 50,527 miles
- Test number
- 910429329306
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Fail50,527 miles (+865)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,527 miles
- Test number
- 690699529382
- FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass49,662 miles (+1,030)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 49,662 miles
- Test number
- 881281338325
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass48,632 miles (+2,823)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 48,632 miles
- Test number
- 471297927431
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,809 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 45,809 miles
- Test number
- 434691026472
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S20 VVL
- Does S20 VVL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 VVL is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S20 VVL?
- The MOT on S20 VVL is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S20 VVL done?
- S20 VVL was recorded at 108,203 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 3,223 miles a year.
- Has S20 VVL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S20 VVL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
- Has the mileage on S20 VVL 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 S20 VVL find?
- S20 VVL passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; offside rear undertray not fully secure, and 1 more.
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