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Nissan Almera

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,392 cc

T173 SHOMOT history

T173 SHO is a blue petrol Nissan Almera first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 91,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,419 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 SHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 SHO was last recorded at 91,419 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,188 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
231 miles
Average per year
2,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,419 miles
  • 2025 – 91,188 miles
  • 2024 – 90,832 miles
  • 2023 – 90,415 miles
  • 2022 – 89,848 miles
  • 2021 – 88,573 miles
  • 2020 – 88,203 miles
  • 2019 – 87,391 miles
  • 2018 – 86,082 miles
  • 2017 – 84,725 miles
  • 2016 – 83,878 miles
  • 2015 – 82,987 miles
  • 2014 – 81,367 miles
  • 2013 – 78,559 miles
  • 2012 – 75,780 miles
  • 2011 – 73,487 miles
  • 2010 – 71,105 miles
  • 2009 – 67,895 miles
  • 2008 – 61,941 miles
  • 2007 – 57,231 miles
  • 2006 – 50,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,419 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member under radiator (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose securing clip missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    390571824872
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member under radiator (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose securing clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail91,419 miles (+231)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    757795643485
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member under radiator (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose securing clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass91,188 miles (+356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    613166331376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General body and surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass90,832 miles (+417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,832 miles
    Test number
    407318062988
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened cross member under radiator (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres side wall age cracked inner walls

  5. Pass90,415 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,415 miles
    Test number
    371395461625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,401 miles (+553)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,401 miles
    Test number
    684515804654
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,848 miles (+1,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,848 miles
    Test number
    454751293783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,573 miles (+370)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,573 miles
    Test number
    952577702134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass88,203 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,203 miles
    Test number
    946435321021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,391 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,391 miles
    Test number
    464799110834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    86,082 miles
    Test number
    579082533031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail86,082 miles (+1,357)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,082 miles
    Test number
    175837948468
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass84,725 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,725 miles
    Test number
    811367213521
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail84,718 miles (+840)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,718 miles
    Test number
    525287085677
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass83,878 miles (+891)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,878 miles
    Test number
    798001234051
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance Repaired with tape (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass82,987 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,987 miles
    Test number
    289535185044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail82,966 miles (+1,599)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    556300985009
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail81,367 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    179793284435
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  19. Pass81,367 miles (+2,808)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    317763784024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  20. Pass78,559 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    325508673014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing

  21. Fail78,559 miles (+2,779)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    938188173071
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing

  22. Pass75,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,780 miles
    Test number
    189186462403
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail75,780 miles (+2,293)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,780 miles
    Test number
    175206962491
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass73,487 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,487 miles
    Test number
    318091581097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is badly damaged on outer side wall
    • NoteOffside rear light lense damaged

  25. Fail73,487 miles (+2,382)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,487 miles
    Test number
    887650281074
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is badly damaged on outer side wall
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside rear light lense damaged

  26. Pass71,105 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    180141280481
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside rear lamp lens repaired

  27. Fail71,105 miles (+3,210)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    230071280032
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside rear lamp lens repaired

  28. Pass67,895 miles (+5,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,895 miles
    Test number
    101019279020
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass61,941 miles (+4,710)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    323487978085
    • NoteAccident damage offside rear
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  30. Pass57,231 miles (+6,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,231 miles
    Test number
    542057687075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

  31. Pass50,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,455 miles
    Test number
    760409016016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T173 SHO

Does T173 SHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T173 SHO is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T173 SHO?
The MOT on T173 SHO is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T173 SHO done?
T173 SHO was recorded at 91,419 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 2,036 miles a year.
Has T173 SHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 SHO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T173 SHO 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 T173 SHO find?
T173 SHO passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member under radiator; offside front brake hose securing clip missing; offside rear lamp damaged, and 1 more.

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