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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T263 SMAMOT history

T263 SMA is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 102,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,968 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 SMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T263 SMA was last recorded at 102,968 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,762 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
206 miles
Average per year
4,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,968 miles
  • 2025 – 88,564 miles
  • 2024 – 75,243 miles
  • 2023 – 61,559 miles
  • 2022 – 48,797 miles
  • 2021 – 40,524 miles
  • 2020 – 37,430 miles
  • 2019 – 34,701 miles
  • 2018 – 30,947 miles
  • 2017 – 23,524 miles
  • 2016 – 18,573 miles
  • 2015 – 18,128 miles
  • 2014 – 17,366 miles
  • 2013 – 16,513 miles
  • 2012 – 16,169 miles
  • 2011 – 15,807 miles
  • 2010 – 15,312 miles
  • 2009 – 14,937 miles
  • 2008 – 14,430 miles
  • 2007 – 11,734 miles
  • 2006 – 9,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,968 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer outer door handle broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,968 miles (+206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,968 miles
    Test number
    435473937201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail102,762 miles (+14,198)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,762 miles
    Test number
    811389715908
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,564 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,564 miles
    Test number
    464057211509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,527 miles (+13,284)12 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,527 miles
    Test number
    641758155655
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Link bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Chassis not welded at joint to floor causing slight movement (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass75,243 miles (+13,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,243 miles
    Test number
    888640249768
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of main (both sides) (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass61,559 miles (+270)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,559 miles
    Test number
    614226874291
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail61,289 miles (+12,492)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,289 miles
    Test number
    659863843037
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass48,797 miles (+8,273)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,797 miles
    Test number
    679992505503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,524 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    40,524 miles
    Test number
    920646351686
    • AdvisoryBonnet not positioned correctly, but not insecure

  10. Fail40,451 miles (+3,021)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,451 miles
    Test number
    703976710817
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill/wheel arch area within 30cm of a suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill/wheel arch area within 30cm of a suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody component insecure bonnet/front panel mounting area insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak inlet pipe to rear silencer corroded and leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside central chassis and nearside front seat belt mounting area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded to predominantly white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass37,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    37,430 miles
    Test number
    708422507232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,430 miles (+2,729)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,430 miles
    Test number
    710139788154
    • DangerousBody component likely to become detached bonnet support braket broken catch loose (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door handle sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass34,701 miles (+3,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,701 miles
    Test number
    208806853073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer door handle craked does not affect door opening funtion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to comp valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to comp valve (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass30,947 miles (+7,423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    30,947 miles
    Test number
    910809071654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in clips before fuel tank to comp valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass23,524 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    23,524 miles
    Test number
    460621563254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer outer door handle broken

  16. Fail23,520 miles (+4,947)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,520 miles
    Test number
    459241082177
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer outer door handle broken

  17. Pass18,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    18,573 miles
    Test number
    674449187804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,573 miles (+445)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,573 miles
    Test number
    627748934321
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass18,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    145327575106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,128 miles (+762)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    905634275197
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass17,366 miles (+853)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    17,366 miles
    Test number
    748015374142
    • NoteFront cross member/radiator mount corroded

  22. Pass16,513 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,513 miles
    Test number
    696132473173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,169 miles (+362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,169 miles
    Test number
    719716362165
    • NoteFront cross member has slight corrosion

  24. Pass15,807 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,807 miles
    Test number
    808988661107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,312 miles (+375)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,312 miles
    Test number
    904266160165
    • NoteAll tyres cracking on sidewalls
    • NoteFront cross member has slight corrosion

  26. Fail14,937 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,937 miles
    Test number
    394744879197
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split

  27. Pass14,937 miles (+507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    14,937 miles
    Test number
    613624979197
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split

  28. Fail14,430 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,430 miles
    Test number
    501535968169
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass14,430 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,430 miles
    Test number
    900315068150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail11,734 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,734 miles
    Test number
    330145767150
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass11,734 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,734 miles
    Test number
    974985467126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass9,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,426 miles
    Test number
    834822876116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T263 SMA

Does T263 SMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T263 SMA is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T263 SMA?
The MOT on T263 SMA is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T263 SMA done?
T263 SMA was recorded at 102,968 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,618 miles a year.
Has T263 SMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 SMA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T263 SMA 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 T263 SMA find?
T263 SMA passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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