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Nissan Almera

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,392 cc

T42 MHBMOT history

T42 MHB is a silver petrol Nissan Almera first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
95,911 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 MHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 MHB was last recorded at 95,911 miles on 16 Mar 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,908 miles · 9 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,911 miles
  • 2022 – 91,327 miles
  • 2019 – 90,725 miles
  • 2018 – 89,077 miles
  • 2017 – 87,414 miles
  • 2014 – 86,577 miles
  • 2013 – 78,468 miles
  • 2012 – 70,681 miles
  • 2011 – 61,616 miles
  • 2010 – 51,616 miles
  • 2009 – 42,200 miles
  • 2008 – 39,922 miles
  • 2007 – 39,263 miles
  • 2006 – 38,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    552433574802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    962897112193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim slighty bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    792435709963
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. FailMileage not read2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    531594907377
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer gator inner clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass95,911 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    95,911 miles
    Test number
    419887648812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail95,908 miles (+4,581)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,908 miles
    Test number
    907480609515
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust fault (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid to rear broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning belt loose and slipping (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass91,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    380157571209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear inner sills corroded (both sides)

  8. Fail91,327 miles (+602)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    892112855696
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear inner sills corroded (both sides)

  9. Pass90,725 miles (+1,648)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    107072956380
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on both inner sills at rear
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass89,077 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    89,077 miles
    Test number
    424512760012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,414 miles (+837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,414 miles
    Test number
    913188563697
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES OUT OF SHAPE /EXHAUST LEAK AT REAR/REAR OF INNER SILLS WEAK

  12. Pass86,577 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,577 miles
    Test number
    267931084194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,494 miles (+8,026)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,494 miles
    Test number
    547382774199
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass78,468 miles (+7,787)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    509882673141
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily perished on sidewal (175/65 14)

  15. Pass70,681 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,681 miles
    Test number
    676347272158
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  16. Fail70,681 miles (+9,065)3 failures1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,681 miles
    Test number
    898507072161
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a nail,which can not be repaired so needs new tyre.

  17. Pass61,616 miles (+10,000)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,616 miles
    Test number
    836954061167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,616 miles (+9,416)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    463299860171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,200 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,200 miles
    Test number
    233225979130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,922 miles (+659)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,922 miles
    Test number
    472980878139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,263 miles (+1,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,263 miles
    Test number
    231503867485
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass38,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,131 miles
    Test number
    260813266442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 MHB

Does T42 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 MHB is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T42 MHB?
The MOT on T42 MHB is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 MHB done?
T42 MHB was recorded at 95,911 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2023, an average of 3,448 miles a year.
Has T42 MHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 MHB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T42 MHB 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 T42 MHB find?
T42 MHB passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear lightly corroded; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted.

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