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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

T478 MGYMOT history

T478 MGY is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2023
Mileage
93,795 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 MGY
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 MGY was last recorded at 93,795 miles on 17 Mar 2022, 3,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,140 miles · 22 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,655 miles
Average per year
4,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,795 miles
  • 2021 – 90,140 miles
  • 2020 – 86,034 miles
  • 2019 – 79,842 miles
  • 2018 – 70,495 miles
  • 2017 – 60,814 miles
  • 2016 – 52,173 miles
  • 2015 – 45,975 miles
  • 2014 – 39,758 miles
  • 2013 – 36,288 miles
  • 2012 – 33,440 miles
  • 2011 – 30,179 miles
  • 2010 – 27,619 miles
  • 2009 – 24,481 miles
  • 2008 – 22,976 miles
  • 2007 – 22,120 miles
  • 2006 – 21,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,795 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front cross member rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear park brake cable sticking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,795 miles (+3,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,795 miles
    Test number
    710145074526
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,140 miles (+4,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,140 miles
    Test number
    749622268253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass86,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,034 miles
    Test number
    498710087385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail86,030 miles (+6,188)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,030 miles
    Test number
    285014610504
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin & OSF (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass79,842 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,842 miles
    Test number
    105454577394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail79,760 miles (+9,265)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    583921611112
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass70,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,495 miles
    Test number
    343527379876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cross member rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake cable sticking

  8. Fail70,495 miles (+9,681)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,495 miles
    Test number
    765871633118
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from comp valve to compensator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cross member rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake cable sticking

  9. Pass60,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,814 miles
    Test number
    727914117472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,814 miles (+8,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,814 miles
    Test number
    544442887350
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass52,173 miles (+6,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,173 miles
    Test number
    198116973232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damp (2.7.3)

  12. Pass45,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,975 miles
    Test number
    828133885062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Fail45,975 miles (+6,217)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,975 miles
    Test number
    245330685044
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Fail39,758 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,758 miles
    Test number
    577229774022
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass39,758 miles (+3,470)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,758 miles
    Test number
    579129774030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass36,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,288 miles
    Test number
    507117073029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,288 miles (+2,848)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,288 miles
    Test number
    896417973075
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass33,440 miles (+3,261)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,440 miles
    Test number
    759969382084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,179 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,179 miles
    Test number
    545275271095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,619 miles
    Test number
    123094760444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,619 miles (+3,138)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,619 miles
    Test number
    204744560006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  22. Pass24,481 miles (+1,505)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,481 miles
    Test number
    954183969080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,976 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,976 miles
    Test number
    482192578046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,906 miles (+786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,906 miles
    Test number
    693323768094
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  25. Pass22,120 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,120 miles
    Test number
    162718957468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,475 miles
    Test number
    102954076053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T478 MGY

Does T478 MGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 MGY expired on 28 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 MGY?
The MOT on T478 MGY expired on 28 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 MGY done?
T478 MGY was recorded at 93,795 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2022, an average of 4,518 miles a year.
Has T478 MGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 MGY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T478 MGY 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 T478 MGY find?
T478 MGY passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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