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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T285 BFJMOT history

T285 BFJ is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 154,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
154,218 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 BFJ
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 BFJ was last recorded at 154,218 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,215 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,218 miles
  • 2022 – 145,119 miles
  • 2021 – 141,333 miles
  • 2020 – 136,325 miles
  • 2019 – 128,443 miles
  • 2018 – 125,042 miles
  • 2017 – 121,084 miles
  • 2016 – 114,258 miles
  • 2015 – 103,422 miles
  • 2014 – 98,369 miles
  • 2013 – 93,806 miles
  • 2012 – 88,231 miles
  • 2011 – 82,886 miles
  • 2010 – 77,177 miles
  • 2009 – 70,071 miles
  • 2008 – 59,046 miles
  • 2007 – 43,757 miles
  • 2006 – 29,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,218 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,218 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,218 miles
    Test number
    987345487209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail154,215 miles (+9,096)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,215 miles
    Test number
    130826996512
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,119 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    145,119 miles
    Test number
    144008925151
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump etc not fitted

  4. Fail145,117 miles (+3,784)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,117 miles
    Test number
    894880681642
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump etc not fitted

  5. Fail141,333 miles (+5,008)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,333 miles
    Test number
    562380181381
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  6. Pass136,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    846843090213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,325 miles (+7,882)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,325 miles
    Test number
    885272856207
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass128,443 miles (+3,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,443 miles
    Test number
    326054027025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass125,042 miles (+3,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,042 miles
    Test number
    891827800935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  10. Pass121,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,084 miles
    Test number
    259673618645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  11. Fail121,084 miles (+6,826)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,084 miles
    Test number
    807207906214
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  12. Pass114,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,258 miles
    Test number
    170569799818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,258 miles (+10,836)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,258 miles
    Test number
    300638964863
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front cross member corroded where subframe bolts (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front Brake pads 2mm thick approx (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass103,422 miles (+5,053)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,422 miles
    Test number
    237585205168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    107711204144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,369 miles (+4,563)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    638794994087
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  17. Pass93,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,806 miles
    Test number
    299449993086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,806 miles (+5,575)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,806 miles
    Test number
    425789593077
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass88,231 miles (+5,345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,231 miles
    Test number
    578803392032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,886 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,886 miles
    Test number
    817042201160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,177 miles (+7,106)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,177 miles
    Test number
    424073100177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    693190619107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,071 miles (+11,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    512730919126
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass59,046 miles (+15,289)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,046 miles
    Test number
    232060768095
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSurface cracks in rear tyres

  25. Pass43,757 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,757 miles
    Test number
    970226147064
    • NoteSee pervious test

  26. Fail43,752 miles (+14,678)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,752 miles
    Test number
    511036447001
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass29,074 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,074 miles
    Test number
    892744846075
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T285 BFJ

Does T285 BFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T285 BFJ expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T285 BFJ?
The MOT on T285 BFJ expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T285 BFJ done?
T285 BFJ was recorded at 154,218 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 7,081 miles a year.
Has T285 BFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 BFJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T285 BFJ 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 T285 BFJ find?
T285 BFJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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