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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T388 BLJMOT history

T388 BLJ is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 93,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2027
Mileage
93,221 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T388 BLJ
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T388 BLJ was last recorded at 93,221 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,221 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,221 miles
  • 2025 – 92,921 miles
  • 2024 – 92,578 miles
  • 2023 – 92,130 miles
  • 2022 – 91,595 miles
  • 2021 – 89,701 miles
  • 2020 – 88,015 miles
  • 2019 – 86,166 miles
  • 2018 – 84,636 miles
  • 2017 – 83,100 miles
  • 2016 – 81,576 miles
  • 2015 – 80,183 miles
  • 2014 – 78,489 miles
  • 2013 – 76,841 miles
  • 2012 – 75,329 miles
  • 2011 – 73,273 miles
  • 2010 – 71,579 miles
  • 2009 – 69,327 miles
  • 2008 – 66,446 miles
  • 2007 – 62,782 miles
  • 2006 – 59,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,221 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    93,221 miles
    Test number
    769851395652
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail93,221 miles (+300)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,221 miles
    Test number
    499507598987
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached split pin missing from ball joint (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass92,921 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    92,921 miles
    Test number
    852167306556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail92,921 miles (+343)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,921 miles
    Test number
    237880945318
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass92,578 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    629143115338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,130 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,130 miles
    Test number
    760190242197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,595 miles (+1,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    91,595 miles
    Test number
    115831385348
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,701 miles
    Test number
    499235557058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,701 miles (+1,686)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,701 miles
    Test number
    870017189496
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass88,015 miles (+1,849)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,015 miles
    Test number
    127294875658
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass86,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    835411175588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,166 miles (+1,530)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    131957487940
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass84,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    384803500272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,636 miles (+1,536)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    311302665117
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass83,100 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    498742477514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,576 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,576 miles
    Test number
    619045716799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    768337715119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail80,183 miles (+1,694)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    175262115170
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,489 miles
    Test number
    987885514195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,489 miles (+1,648)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,489 miles
    Test number
    319235714104
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,841 miles (+1,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,841 miles
    Test number
    227904313153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass75,329 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    266145622141
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT WIPER SPLIT

  23. Fail75,329 miles (+2,056)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    266993822432
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT WIPER SPLIT

  24. Pass73,273 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,273 miles
    Test number
    606780211148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,579 miles (+2,252)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,579 miles
    Test number
    482547800198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,327 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,327 miles
    Test number
    401129319114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass66,446 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,446 miles
    Test number
    983508328189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,782 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,782 miles
    Test number
    744884417191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass59,856 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,856 miles
    Test number
    150502826159
    • NoteBoth front outer c v gaiters severly perished
    • NoteEngine oil level slightly high

Questions about T388 BLJ

Does T388 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T388 BLJ is valid until 7 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on T388 BLJ?
The MOT on T388 BLJ is valid until 7 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T388 BLJ done?
T388 BLJ was recorded at 93,221 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 1,632 miles a year.
Has T388 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T388 BLJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T388 BLJ 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 T388 BLJ find?
T388 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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