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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T166 TUYMOT history

T166 TUY is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
52,097 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 TUY
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 TUY was last recorded at 52,097 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,263 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,834 miles
Average per year
1,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,097 miles
  • 2025 – 50,263 miles
  • 2024 – 48,159 miles
  • 2023 – 45,848 miles
  • 2021 – 41,022 miles
  • 2020 – 40,620 miles
  • 2019 – 40,411 miles
  • 2018 – 40,407 miles
  • 2017 – 40,380 miles
  • 2016 – 39,851 miles
  • 2015 – 39,225 miles
  • 2014 – 38,313 miles
  • 2013 – 37,406 miles
  • 2012 – 36,733 miles
  • 2011 – 35,532 miles
  • 2010 – 33,937 miles
  • 2009 – 32,394 miles
  • 2008 – 31,013 miles
  • 2007 – 29,015 miles
  • 2006 – 26,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,097 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides rear, under sill panel corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,097 miles (+1,834)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    52,097 miles
    Test number
    497710912718
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass50,263 miles (+2,104)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    50,263 miles
    Test number
    853671673972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,159 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    48,159 miles
    Test number
    508112449435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass45,848 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    45,848 miles
    Test number
    180095508806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail45,841 miles (+4,819)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,841 miles
    Test number
    509617585800
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass41,022 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    41,022 miles
    Test number
    632984576699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    326296434393
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides rear, under sill panel corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail40,620 miles (+209)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    467123512760
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides rear, under sill panel corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass40,411 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    898612998314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding

  10. Pass40,407 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,407 miles
    Test number
    621468774483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,380 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,380 miles
    Test number
    121187559238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,851 miles
    Test number
    946904411716
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre sidewalls are perished

  13. Fail39,848 miles (+623)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,848 miles
    Test number
    489746654951
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre sidewalls are perished

  14. Pass39,225 miles (+912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,225 miles
    Test number
    508697345007
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on edges.

  15. Pass38,313 miles (+907)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,313 miles
    Test number
    317781244021
    • NoteBoth rear lower sills weak with corrosion.
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls perished.

  16. Pass37,406 miles (+673)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,406 miles
    Test number
    386896633017
    • NoteBoth wiper blades in poor condition.
    • NoteOSR tyre sidewall perished.

  17. Pass36,733 miles (+1,201)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,733 miles
    Test number
    447183932050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear lower sills weak with corrosion.
    • NoteOSR tyre sidewall perished.

  18. Pass35,532 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,532 miles
    Test number
    989662031011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,937 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,937 miles
    Test number
    921484130031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,394 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,394 miles
    Test number
    181261849031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,013 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,013 miles
    Test number
    604833048046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,015 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,015 miles
    Test number
    542765147007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,656 miles
    Test number
    233684746058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T166 TUY

Does T166 TUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T166 TUY is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T166 TUY?
The MOT on T166 TUY is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T166 TUY done?
T166 TUY was recorded at 52,097 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 1,262 miles a year.
Has T166 TUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 TUY has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T166 TUY 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 T166 TUY find?
T166 TUY passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both, and 4 more.

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