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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T153 NARMOT history

T153 NAR is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 72,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
72,648 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 NAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T153 NAR was last recorded at 72,648 miles on 5 May 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,625 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,648 miles
  • 2025 – 70,862 miles
  • 2024 – 69,073 miles
  • 2023 – 67,147 miles
  • 2022 – 65,544 miles
  • 2021 – 63,329 miles
  • 2020 – 61,766 miles
  • 2019 – 58,978 miles
  • 2018 – 56,551 miles
  • 2017 – 53,901 miles
  • 2016 – 51,552 miles
  • 2015 – 48,553 miles
  • 2014 – 45,553 miles
  • 2013 – 42,468 miles
  • 2012 – 39,521 miles
  • 2011 – 36,390 miles
  • 2010 – 32,613 miles
  • 2009 – 28,922 miles
  • 2008 – 24,573 miles
  • 2007 – 19,842 miles
  • 2006 – 14,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,648 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Near side front inner under radiator corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,648 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    963720354935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,625 miles (+1,763)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,625 miles
    Test number
    305760851546
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass70,862 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,862 miles
    Test number
    867214757285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail70,856 miles (+1,783)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,856 miles
    Test number
    137099928767
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,073 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,073 miles
    Test number
    380379641102
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail69,070 miles (+1,923)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,070 miles
    Test number
    748709251522
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass67,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,147 miles
    Test number
    928915084796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail67,142 miles (+1,598)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    165031562834
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass65,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,544 miles
    Test number
    874726450766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,539 miles (+2,210)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,539 miles
    Test number
    949568182264
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass63,329 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,329 miles
    Test number
    588783264113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,325 miles (+1,559)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,325 miles
    Test number
    487687391801
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass61,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,766 miles
    Test number
    202199196825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,760 miles (+2,782)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,760 miles
    Test number
    651317305410
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  15. Pass58,978 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    58,978 miles
    Test number
    769416759628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,977 miles (+2,426)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,977 miles
    Test number
    991033049105
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass56,551 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,551 miles
    Test number
    326985724105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,901 miles (+2,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,901 miles
    Test number
    406367994532
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass51,552 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,552 miles
    Test number
    886876244304
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner under radiator corroded.

  20. Fail51,545 miles (+2,992)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,545 miles
    Test number
    670546660084
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner under radiator corroded.

  21. Pass48,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    239547405452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,553 miles (+3,000)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    927167505163
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass45,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,553 miles
    Test number
    777858314114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,549 miles (+3,081)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,549 miles
    Test number
    475168214105
    • 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)

  25. Pass42,468 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,468 miles
    Test number
    945299493095
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Fail42,466 miles (+2,945)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,466 miles
    Test number
    909818693030
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  27. Pass39,521 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,521 miles
    Test number
    948198012123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,390 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,390 miles
    Test number
    798746721188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,613 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,613 miles
    Test number
    603577810175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,922 miles
    Test number
    762691229192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Fail28,922 miles (+4,349)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,922 miles
    Test number
    992441729175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Pass24,573 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,573 miles
    Test number
    510060738112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail24,541 miles (+4,699)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,541 miles
    Test number
    844128628193
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass19,842 miles (+5,097)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,842 miles
    Test number
    464878627110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass14,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,745 miles
    Test number
    900577916163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T153 NAR

Does T153 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T153 NAR is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T153 NAR?
The MOT on T153 NAR is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T153 NAR done?
T153 NAR was recorded at 72,648 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has T153 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 NAR has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T153 NAR 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 T153 NAR find?
T153 NAR passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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