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Nissan Almera

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,392 cc

S818 RFLMOT history

S818 RFL is a blue petrol Nissan Almera first used on 28 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 150,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
150,109 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S818 RFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S818 RFL was last recorded at 150,109 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,438 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
671 miles
Average per year
5,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,109 miles
  • 2021 – 149,438 miles
  • 2019 – 145,488 miles
  • 2018 – 139,273 miles
  • 2017 – 132,797 miles
  • 2016 – 120,575 miles
  • 2015 – 100,388 miles
  • 2014 – 79,085 miles
  • 2013 – 63,129 miles
  • 2012 – 60,554 miles
  • 2011 – 57,458 miles
  • 2010 – 53,965 miles
  • 2009 – 51,258 miles
  • 2008 – 47,355 miles
  • 2007 – 43,062 miles
  • 2006 – 38,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  • AdvisoryVehicle showings signs of corrosion

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    232997245188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle showings signs of corrosion

  2. Fail150,109 miles10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,109 miles
    Test number
    782688407192
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box silencer broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Cross member holding radiator (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Seal corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Seal corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    143378579878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front cross member and sub - frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    370286836360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    208356463900
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    426943206727
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    739049774336
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,438 miles
    Test number
    572860211017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    171034362845
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre is out of shape 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    341422907266
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. FailMileage not read2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    202680095079
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Edge out of shape 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass145,488 miles (+6,215)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,488 miles
    Test number
    149490598780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass139,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,273 miles
    Test number
    766828646625
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail139,273 miles (+6,476)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,273 miles
    Test number
    757315686860
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass132,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,797 miles
    Test number
    727525361332
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. FailMileage not read2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    737368094861
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass120,575 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    120,575 miles
    Test number
    219766465295
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail120,573 miles (+20,185)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,573 miles
    Test number
    642168459432
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass100,388 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,388 miles
    Test number
    331708818520
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail100,388 miles (+21,303)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,388 miles
    Test number
    342201684143
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass79,085 miles (+15,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,085 miles
    Test number
    618290034340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass63,129 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    726413333338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,106 miles (+2,552)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    859222163291
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass60,554 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,554 miles
    Test number
    338805612352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail60,554 miles (+3,096)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,554 miles
    Test number
    216455812329
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass57,458 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,458 miles
    Test number
    769176111386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,965 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,965 miles
    Test number
    564830710350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,258 miles (+3,903)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,258 miles
    Test number
    334408119355
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  29. Pass47,355 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,355 miles
    Test number
    210409018348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass43,062 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,062 miles
    Test number
    444144517390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,340 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,340 miles
    Test number
    902290226387
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on inner edges

Questions about S818 RFL

Does S818 RFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S818 RFL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S818 RFL?
The MOT on S818 RFL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S818 RFL done?
S818 RFL was recorded at 150,109 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,815 miles a year.
Has S818 RFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S818 RFL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S818 RFL 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 S818 RFL find?
S818 RFL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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