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Nissan Almera

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

S729 DFWMOT history

S729 DFW is a silver petrol Nissan Almera first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2022
Mileage
45,129 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 DFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S729 DFW was last recorded at 45,129 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,771 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
358 miles
Average per year
1,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 45,129 miles
  • 2021 – 44,771 miles
  • 2020 – 44,346 miles
  • 2019 – 43,770 miles
  • 2018 – 41,963 miles
  • 2017 – 40,115 miles
  • 2016 – 38,164 miles
  • 2015 – 35,580 miles
  • 2014 – 32,966 miles
  • 2013 – 30,384 miles
  • 2012 – 27,766 miles
  • 2011 – 24,662 miles
  • 2010 – 20,904 miles
  • 2009 – 17,702 miles
  • 2008 – 15,102 miles
  • 2007 – 14,428 miles
  • 2006 – 13,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail45,129 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin cannot fully see! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated!

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail45,129 miles (+358)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,129 miles
    Test number
    669336042265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin cannot fully see! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated!
  2. Pass44,771 miles (+425)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    44,771 miles
    Test number
    333328209131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view driver height dependent! (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +deteriorated! (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass44,346 miles (+9)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,346 miles
    Test number
    978829543984
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various+cannot fully see all! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +deteriorated! (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail44,337 miles (+567)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,337 miles
    Test number
    556735486454
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe through clips near fuel tank+to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various+cannot fully see all! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +deteriorated! (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass43,770 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,770 miles
    Test number
    918079806958
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main to flex + cannot fully see! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail43,766 miles (+1,803)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,766 miles
    Test number
    292444181414
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backplate damp/stained at bottom!
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake lower than offside!
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main to flex + cannot fully see! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass41,963 miles (+1,848)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,963 miles
    Test number
    871433240532
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust mounting hook broken but system support satisfactory!
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper stop lamp not working!
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished!
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  8. Pass40,115 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,115 miles
    Test number
    328847373397
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +deteriorated! (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyres perished!
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  9. Fail40,115 miles (+1,951)2 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,115 miles
    Test number
    122733780951
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade poor (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +deteriorated! (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyres perished!
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  10. Pass38,164 miles (+2,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,164 miles
    Test number
    802742652017
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perishing!
  11. Pass35,580 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,580 miles
    Test number
    606886605014
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing!
  12. Fail35,570 miles (+2,604)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,570 miles
    Test number
    705975405093
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres perishing!
  13. Pass32,966 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,966 miles
    Test number
    316629104082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,384 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,384 miles
    Test number
    649238913045
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail30,384 miles (+2,618)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,384 miles
    Test number
    407727413001
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass27,766 miles (+3,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,766 miles
    Test number
    706899202029
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass24,662 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,662 miles
    Test number
    606571211032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail24,662 miles (+3,758)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,662 miles
    Test number
    679317101085
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass20,904 miles (+3,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,904 miles
    Test number
    723925610010
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
  20. Pass17,702 miles (+2,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,702 miles
    Test number
    443387609077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass15,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,102 miles
    Test number
    230296018069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,102 miles (+674)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,102 miles
    Test number
    400466118008
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
  23. Pass14,428 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,428 miles
    Test number
    592238517097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    13,140 miles
    Test number
    654147026083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,140 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,140 miles
    Test number
    722337026035
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about S729 DFW

Does S729 DFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S729 DFW expired on 29 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S729 DFW?
The MOT on S729 DFW expired on 29 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S729 DFW done?
S729 DFW was recorded at 45,129 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 1,997 miles a year.
Has S729 DFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 DFW has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S729 DFW 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 S729 DFW find?
S729 DFW failed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split in treads; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; offside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 10 more.

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