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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

S42 GFCMOT history

S42 GFC is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2023.

S42 GFC red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2024
Mileage
87,434 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 GFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 GFC was last recorded at 87,434 miles on 16 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Dec 2021: 60,559 miles, lower than 60,829 miles on 19 Dec 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
87,434 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,434 miles
  • 2022 – 81,088 miles
  • 2021 – 60,559 miles
  • 2020 – 60,829 miles
  • 2019 – 58,729 miles
  • 2018 – 56,646 miles
  • 2017 – 54,529 miles
  • 2016 – 53,682 miles
  • 2015 – 52,449 miles
  • 2014 – 51,283 miles
  • 2013 – 49,245 miles
  • 2012 – 47,238 miles
  • 2011 – 45,389 miles
  • 2010 – 42,469 miles
  • 2008 – 39,631 miles
  • 2007 – 37,327 miles
  • 2006 – 34,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,434 miles
  • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condtionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condtionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySump pan very rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,434 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,434 miles
    Test number
    959868696202
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condtion
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condtion
    • AdvisorySump pan very rusty

  2. Fail87,434 miles (+6,346)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,434 miles
    Test number
    472277005507
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condtion
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condtion
    • AdvisorySump pan very rusty

  3. Pass81,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,088 miles
    Test number
    346888661031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,088 miles (+20,529)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,088 miles
    Test number
    385427861288
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air stickers on mirrior (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,559 miles
    Test number
    661465830001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail60,559 miles (-270)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,559 miles
    Test number
    677909027368
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury under sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury under sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  7. Pass60,829 miles (+2,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,829 miles
    Test number
    349423160448
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside tie rod arm bushes getting poor

  8. Pass58,729 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    274875524741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,646 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,646 miles
    Test number
    150565593012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,990 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,990 miles
    Test number
    382738515181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,529 miles (+847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,529 miles
    Test number
    981355891641
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass53,682 miles (+1,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,682 miles
    Test number
    645812901972
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass52,449 miles (+1,166)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,449 miles
    Test number
    118858825088
    • NoteO/s rear sill pannel corroeded
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  14. Pass51,283 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    236452364036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,245 miles
    Test number
    148466063437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,245 miles (+2,007)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,245 miles
    Test number
    186066463097
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,238 miles (+1,849)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,238 miles
    Test number
    879836062023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    359291871089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,389 miles (+2,920)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    156340871465
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass42,469 miles (+2,838)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,469 miles
    Test number
    180992570041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,631 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,631 miles
    Test number
    583557678178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,327 miles (+2,732)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,327 miles
    Test number
    940597977115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,595 miles
    Test number
    274660366431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 GFC

Does S42 GFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 GFC expired on 21 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 GFC?
The MOT on S42 GFC expired on 21 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 GFC done?
S42 GFC was recorded at 87,434 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2023, an average of 3,016 miles a year.
Has S42 GFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 GFC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S42 GFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Dec 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S42 GFC find?
S42 GFC passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: front number plate in poor condtion; rear number plate in poor condtion; sump pan very rusty.

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