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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T296 BFJMOT history

T296 BFJ is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2025
Mileage
127,677 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 BFJ
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T296 BFJ was last recorded at 127,677 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,344 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
333 miles
Average per year
4,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,677 miles
  • 2024 – 113,603 miles
  • 2023 – 103,533 miles
  • 2022 – 95,891 miles
  • 2021 – 91,011 miles
  • 2019 – 76,521 miles
  • 2018 – 64,640 miles
  • 2017 – 61,813 miles
  • 2016 – 47,974 miles
  • 2015 – 47,458 miles
  • 2014 – 47,024 miles
  • 2013 – 46,589 miles
  • 2012 – 45,870 miles
  • 2011 – 44,935 miles
  • 2010 – 43,759 miles
  • 2009 – 41,878 miles
  • 2008 – 41,057 miles
  • 2007 – 39,689 miles
  • 2006 – 35,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,677 miles
  • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded

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.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,677 miles (+333)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,677 miles
    Test number
    840361483515
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded

  2. Fail127,344 miles (+32)11 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,344 miles
    Test number
    899649598889
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door handle (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door handle (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, outer sill, sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements not reflecting (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorDriver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  3. Fail127,312 miles (+13,709)3 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,312 miles
    Test number
    336668627650
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass113,603 miles (+147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,603 miles
    Test number
    679240657844
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail113,456 miles (+9,923)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,456 miles
    Test number
    940905637348
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass103,533 miles (+7,642)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,533 miles
    Test number
    538385995894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,891 miles (+4,880)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,891 miles
    Test number
    743798748836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,011 miles (+25)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,011 miles
    Test number
    907912894067
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle broken

  9. Fail90,986 miles (+14,465)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    181843244874
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower part of cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle broken

  10. Pass76,521 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,521 miles
    Test number
    771316456253
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield rattles

  11. Fail76,516 miles (+11,876)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    438024545030
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield rattles

  12. Pass64,640 miles (+2,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,640 miles
    Test number
    577751128469
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront heat shield rattle

  13. Pass61,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,813 miles
    Test number
    548955940913
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  14. Fail61,812 miles (+13,838)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    167796507330
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  15. Pass47,974 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,974 miles
    Test number
    947266797243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,458 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,458 miles
    Test number
    262296588701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,024 miles (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,024 miles
    Test number
    915381244285
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass46,589 miles (+719)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,589 miles
    Test number
    365025043440
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing

  19. Fail45,870 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,870 miles
    Test number
    357038642268
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass45,870 miles (+935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,870 miles
    Test number
    536368842227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass44,935 miles (+1,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,935 miles
    Test number
    217984341216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass43,759 miles (+1,881)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,759 miles
    Test number
    143635540270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    780553239257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,878 miles (+821)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    682722739219
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  25. Pass41,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,057 miles
    Test number
    354094258231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,056 miles (+1,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,056 miles
    Test number
    993824458204
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass39,689 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,689 miles
    Test number
    353669547248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,791 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    420324756270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,548 miles
    Test number
    353069606046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T296 BFJ

Does T296 BFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T296 BFJ expired on 16 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T296 BFJ?
The MOT on T296 BFJ expired on 16 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T296 BFJ done?
T296 BFJ was recorded at 127,677 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 4,933 miles a year.
Has T296 BFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 BFJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T296 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 T296 BFJ find?
T296 BFJ failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front lower vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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