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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T438 ELNMOT history

T438 ELN is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 19 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 107,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
107,765 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T438 ELN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T438 ELN was last recorded at 107,765 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 6,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,180 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,585 miles
Average per year
4,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,765 miles
  • 2024 – 101,180 miles
  • 2023 – 93,485 miles
  • 2022 – 85,629 miles
  • 2021 – 78,747 miles
  • 2020 – 74,453 miles
  • 2019 – 68,687 miles
  • 2018 – 61,985 miles
  • 2017 – 54,647 miles
  • 2016 – 48,987 miles
  • 2015 – 43,769 miles
  • 2014 – 41,507 miles
  • 2013 – 38,159 miles
  • 2012 – 35,084 miles
  • 2011 – 31,455 miles
  • 2010 – 26,950 miles
  • 2009 – 22,987 miles
  • 2008 – 21,828 miles
  • 2007 – 20,855 miles
  • 2006 – 19,735 miles
  • 2005 – 18,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,765 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside vehicle - inner sills ,chassis

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.

  • Corrosion underside vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Corrosion underside vehicle/ front radiator crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    107,765 miles
    Test number
    113137230553
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside vehicle - inner sills ,chassis

  2. Fail107,762 miles (+6,582)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,762 miles
    Test number
    185379953183
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside vehicle - inner sills ,chassis

  3. Pass101,180 miles (+7,695)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,180 miles
    Test number
    515211283828
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated also rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle

  4. Pass93,485 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,485 miles
    Test number
    889574566950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle- front valance, rear inner sills

  5. Fail93,481 miles (+7,852)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,481 miles
    Test number
    154611703668
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle- front valance, rear inner sills

  6. Pass85,629 miles (+6,882)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    550836817739
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion underside vehicle

  7. Pass78,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    790326615870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,745 miles (+4,292)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,745 miles
    Test number
    645727287699
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,453 miles (+5,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,453 miles
    Test number
    158584531523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass68,687 miles (+6,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,687 miles
    Test number
    137770445552
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle - front radiator crossmember, rear inner sills, rear axle beam

  11. Pass61,985 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,985 miles
    Test number
    602880732697
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle/ front radiator crossmember

  12. Fail61,980 miles (+7,333)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,980 miles
    Test number
    893770677547
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle/ front radiator crossmember

  13. Pass54,647 miles (+5,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    476044768628
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle

  14. Pass48,987 miles (+5,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,987 miles
    Test number
    119699828807
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle

  15. Pass43,769 miles (+2,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,769 miles
    Test number
    613115297869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass41,507 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    41,507 miles
    Test number
    646611954231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,159 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    625566953252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,084 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,084 miles
    Test number
    275978362294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,455 miles
    Test number
    349750971250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,455 miles (+4,505)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,455 miles
    Test number
    597610771296
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass26,950 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,950 miles
    Test number
    311476660453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    694647069292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,987 miles (+1,159)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    754446369264
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass21,828 miles (+973)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,828 miles
    Test number
    143063378265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,855 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,855 miles
    Test number
    151146777270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,846 miles (+1,111)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,846 miles
    Test number
    551225777207
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  27. Pass19,735 miles (+1,403)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,735 miles
    Test number
    850789976265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    18,332 miles
    Test number
    131046175273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T438 ELN

Does T438 ELN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T438 ELN is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T438 ELN?
The MOT on T438 ELN is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T438 ELN done?
T438 ELN was recorded at 107,765 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 4,449 miles a year.
Has T438 ELN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T438 ELN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T438 ELN 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 T438 ELN find?
T438 ELN passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; general corrosion underside vehicle - inner sills ,chassis.

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