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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T53 DCUMOT history

T53 DCU is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 112,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2022
Mileage
112,932 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 DCU
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
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 DCU was last recorded at 112,932 miles on 30 Oct 2021, 1,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,628 miles · 6 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,304 miles
Average per year
5,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 112,932 miles
  • 2020 – 111,628 miles
  • 2019 – 109,984 miles
  • 2018 – 107,489 miles
  • 2017 – 105,817 miles
  • 2016 – 100,840 miles
  • 2015 – 96,598 miles
  • 2014 – 90,673 miles
  • 2013 – 86,997 miles
  • 2012 – 76,418 miles
  • 2011 – 63,087 miles
  • 2010 – 57,139 miles
  • 2009 – 54,245 miles
  • 2008 – 51,205 miles
  • 2007 – 40,201 miles
  • 2006 – 31,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,932 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch suspension mount corroded

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,932 miles (+1,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,932 miles
    Test number
    964273502240
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch suspension mount corroded

  2. Pass111,628 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    111,628 miles
    Test number
    821802697933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail111,626 miles (+1,642)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,626 miles
    Test number
    895082383776
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,984 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,984 miles
    Test number
    305559240267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,982 miles (+2,493)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,982 miles
    Test number
    721450977842
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear join (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass107,489 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,489 miles
    Test number
    741530309592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,488 miles (+1,671)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,488 miles
    Test number
    289276343163
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass105,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,817 miles
    Test number
    662163585257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,817 miles (+4,977)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,817 miles
    Test number
    582471260117
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass100,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    340338570483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail100,840 miles (+4,242)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    325447112102
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass96,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    431873488303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,598 miles (+5,925)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    602170272919
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass90,673 miles (+3,676)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,673 miles
    Test number
    266632944217
    • NoteFront cross member corroded
    • NoteFront flashersd pale
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm ball joint jacket in poor condition

  15. Pass86,997 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    86,997 miles
    Test number
    158386963209
    • NoteN/s/f x member rusting

  16. Fail86,997 miles (+10,579)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,997 miles
    Test number
    726906863201
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s/f x member rusting

  17. Pass76,418 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    167933262263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Fail76,418 miles (+13,331)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    868623162246
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail63,087 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,087 miles
    Test number
    759689861249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass63,087 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    63,087 miles
    Test number
    835559161270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,139 miles
    Test number
    203408640421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,139 miles (+2,894)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,139 miles
    Test number
    582818840161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass54,245 miles (+3,040)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,245 miles
    Test number
    683502069155
    • NoteOffside front door mirror has slight damage

  24. Pass51,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,205 miles
    Test number
    914104568125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,205 miles (+11,004)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,205 miles
    Test number
    532744168114
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing slightly on the edges

  26. Pass40,201 miles (+8,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,201 miles
    Test number
    900015257191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,527 miles
    Test number
    231713376133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 DCU

Does T53 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 DCU expired on 5 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 DCU?
The MOT on T53 DCU expired on 5 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 DCU done?
T53 DCU was recorded at 112,932 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2021, an average of 5,301 miles a year.
Has T53 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 DCU has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T53 DCU 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 T53 DCU find?
T53 DCU passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2021 with 2 advisories: offside outer sill slightly corroded; offside rear inner wheel arch suspension mount corroded.

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