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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T389 BLJMOT history

T389 BLJ is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 171,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2026
Mileage
171,735 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 BLJ was last recorded at 171,735 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 7,552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,183 miles · 3 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,552 miles
Average per year
6,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,735 miles
  • 2024 – 164,183 miles
  • 2023 – 159,939 miles
  • 2022 – 152,798 miles
  • 2021 – 144,695 miles
  • 2020 – 139,475 miles
  • 2019 – 130,622 miles
  • 2018 – 118,200 miles
  • 2016 – 114,393 miles
  • 2015 – 109,168 miles
  • 2014 – 104,296 miles
  • 2013 – 101,057 miles
  • 2012 – 97,499 miles
  • 2011 – 90,913 miles
  • 2010 – 84,067 miles
  • 2009 – 76,774 miles
  • 2008 – 69,377 miles
  • 2007 – 60,716 miles
  • 2006 – 50,964 miles
  • 2005 – 39,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,735 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone 'A' Chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,735 miles (+7,552)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    171,735 miles
    Test number
    682489843936
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,183 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    164,183 miles
    Test number
    661108486684
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone 'A' Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail164,182 miles (+4,243)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,182 miles
    Test number
    387095876629
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone 'A' Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass159,939 miles (+7,141)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    159,939 miles
    Test number
    650195366597
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper wheel boxes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play close to min requirements (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear service brake not as good as could be

  5. Pass152,798 miles (+8,103)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,798 miles
    Test number
    972488204189
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust sheilds in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront radiator panel repaired plus under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper wheel box worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,695 miles (+5,220)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    144,695 miles
    Test number
    278921787735
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator panel covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryRear Outer sill both sides been weilded covered in under seal

  7. Pass139,475 miles (+8,853)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,475 miles
    Test number
    399190011397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear road wheel slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre side walls are cracking and perishing
    • AdvisoryCoolent header tank is cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s outer cv boot is cracking and perishing
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip in windscreen o/s

  8. Pass130,622 miles (+12,422)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,622 miles
    Test number
    972893416346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,200 miles (+3,807)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,200 miles
    Test number
    412326588188
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,393 miles (+5,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,393 miles
    Test number
    115140692931
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass109,168 miles (+4,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,168 miles
    Test number
    546601215231
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail104,296 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    697779994151
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass104,296 miles (+3,239)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    897789294159
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass101,057 miles (+3,558)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,057 miles
    Test number
    107353993174
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust weak
    • NoteUnderside of car weak

  15. Pass97,499 miles (+6,586)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,499 miles
    Test number
    908348792136
    • NoteO/s sill corroding

  16. Pass90,913 miles (+6,846)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,913 miles
    Test number
    815543791166
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f hub

  17. Pass84,067 miles (+7,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,067 miles
    Test number
    200393690172
    • NoteVarious chips in windscreen, none are larger than specified size to fail

  18. Pass76,774 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    214357889197
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing on side walls
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  19. Fail76,774 miles (+7,397)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    992517589186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing on side walls
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  20. Pass69,377 miles (+8,661)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    351457788118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,716 miles (+9,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    480697387107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass50,964 miles (+11,237)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    50,964 miles
    Test number
    601216386191
    • NoteAuxillary belts perished
    • NoteDirt deposits starting to build up on headlamps

  23. Pass39,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    39,727 miles
    Test number
    672687885142
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T389 BLJ

Does T389 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T389 BLJ expired on 3 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T389 BLJ?
The MOT on T389 BLJ expired on 3 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T389 BLJ done?
T389 BLJ was recorded at 171,735 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 6,602 miles a year.
Has T389 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 BLJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T389 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 T389 BLJ find?
T389 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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