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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T161 NARMOT history

T161 NAR is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 60,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
60,128 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 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
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 NAR was last recorded at 60,128 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,971 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,157 miles
Average per year
1,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,128 miles
  • 2025 – 57,971 miles
  • 2024 – 55,759 miles
  • 2023 – 52,441 miles
  • 2021 – 51,545 miles
  • 2020 – 46,817 miles
  • 2019 – 36,571 miles
  • 2018 – 25,880 miles
  • 2014 – 25,709 miles
  • 2013 – 25,114 miles
  • 2012 – 25,060 miles
  • 2011 – 24,614 miles
  • 2010 – 24,213 miles
  • 2009 – 23,804 miles
  • 2008 – 23,371 miles
  • 2007 – 22,901 miles
  • 2006 – 22,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,128 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,128 miles (+2,157)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    60,128 miles
    Test number
    167841151008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,971 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,971 miles
    Test number
    952025663833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,759 miles
    Test number
    498695951291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail55,759 miles (+3,318)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,759 miles
    Test number
    559987136436
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass52,441 miles (+896)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    52,441 miles
    Test number
    659333787469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,545 miles
    Test number
    625324965680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail51,545 miles (+4,728)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,545 miles
    Test number
    540343129371
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass46,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,817 miles
    Test number
    307952786263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail46,817 miles (+10,246)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,817 miles
    Test number
    289583173635
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass36,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,571 miles
    Test number
    364070971346
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail36,571 miles (+10,691)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,571 miles
    Test number
    909233256793
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass25,880 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    25,880 miles
    Test number
    193346106566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,709 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,709 miles
    Test number
    888052184149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre age cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre age cracked

  14. Fail25,709 miles (+595)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,709 miles
    Test number
    975222584169
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre age cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre age cracked

  15. Pass25,114 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,114 miles
    Test number
    568649473129
    • NoteWheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

  16. Pass25,060 miles (+446)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,060 miles
    Test number
    217719252475
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner wall perishing
    • NoteWheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

  17. Pass24,614 miles (+401)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,614 miles
    Test number
    176369751052
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc has a corroded surface on the inside
    • NoteRear brake imbalance is high (31%)

  18. Pass24,213 miles (+409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,213 miles
    Test number
    723602960032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass23,804 miles (+433)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,804 miles
    Test number
    192237959401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth wipers are slightly smeary.

  20. Pass23,371 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,371 miles
    Test number
    741753568097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,901 miles (+547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,901 miles
    Test number
    414380167060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass22,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,354 miles
    Test number
    934259056005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,350 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    503639956057
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES HAVE SMALL CRACKS AROUND WALLS

Questions about T161 NAR

Does T161 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T161 NAR is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T161 NAR?
The MOT on T161 NAR is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T161 NAR done?
T161 NAR was recorded at 60,128 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 1,849 miles a year.
Has T161 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 NAR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T161 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 T161 NAR find?
T161 NAR passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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