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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T162 EFCMOT history

T162 EFC is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2026
Mileage
73,994 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 EFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T162 EFC was last recorded at 73,994 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,227 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,767 miles
Average per year
3,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,994 miles
  • 2025 – 68,227 miles
  • 2023 – 38,664 miles
  • 2022 – 33,391 miles
  • 2021 – 28,390 miles
  • 2020 – 25,187 miles
  • 2019 – 22,842 miles
  • 2018 – 20,062 miles
  • 2017 – 19,817 miles
  • 2016 – 19,421 miles
  • 2015 – 18,855 miles
  • 2014 – 18,226 miles
  • 2013 – 17,687 miles
  • 2012 – 17,347 miles
  • 2011 – 16,286 miles
  • 2010 – 14,474 miles
  • 2009 – 13,237 miles
  • 2008 – 12,145 miles
  • 2007 – 11,233 miles
  • 2006 – 10,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,994 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch heavily corroded behind bump, not structural
  • AdvisoryVarious ball joint dust covers 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.

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section marked with yellow crayon

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Reverse light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,994 miles (+5,767)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,994 miles
    Test number
    698478171492
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch heavily corroded behind bump, not structural
    • AdvisoryVarious ball joint dust covers deteriorated

  2. Pass68,227 miles (+29,563)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    68,227 miles
    Test number
    959584243401
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass38,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    267240962727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail38,664 miles (+5,273)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    395634722449
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass33,391 miles (+5,001)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    33,391 miles
    Test number
    113345014866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass28,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    700970961627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail28,390 miles (+3,203)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    467382201931
    • Repaired at testOuter Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass25,187 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    25,187 miles
    Test number
    356741207892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,842 miles (+2,780)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    22,842 miles
    Test number
    698141082230
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass20,062 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    20,062 miles
    Test number
    358142060049
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section marked with yellow crayon (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  11. Fail20,061 miles (+244)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,061 miles
    Test number
    901291015671
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind wheel marked with yellow crayon (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section marked with yellow crayon (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  12. Pass19,817 miles (+396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    19,817 miles
    Test number
    241645032098
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Front box section marked with yellow chalk (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass19,421 miles (+566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,421 miles
    Test number
    266745708814
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Front box section marked with yellow chalk (2bits) (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r inner shoulder (repairable)

  14. Pass18,855 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,855 miles
    Test number
    439919365173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail18,850 miles (+624)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,850 miles
    Test number
    609247165127
    • FailureOffside Front 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 a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteN/s front tyre perishing

  16. Pass18,226 miles (+539)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    18,226 miles
    Test number
    215764274468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,687 miles
    Test number
    449029643140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,687 miles (+340)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,687 miles
    Test number
    995119143190
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass17,347 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    265608152179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,286 miles
    Test number
    256523271144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,286 miles (+1,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,286 miles
    Test number
    268783571472
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass14,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,474 miles
    Test number
    813005350139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,474 miles (+1,237)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,474 miles
    Test number
    942154650165
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass13,237 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,237 miles
    Test number
    810799259170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,145 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,145 miles
    Test number
    910284258144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,233 miles (+916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,233 miles
    Test number
    823643577102
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn outer edge

  27. Pass10,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,317 miles
    Test number
    773840376151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T162 EFC

Does T162 EFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T162 EFC expired on 28 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T162 EFC?
The MOT on T162 EFC expired on 28 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T162 EFC done?
T162 EFC was recorded at 73,994 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 3,151 miles a year.
Has T162 EFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 EFC has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T162 EFC 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 T162 EFC find?
T162 EFC failed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour; nearside headlamp aim unable to be tested; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 5 more.

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