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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T540 VGPMOT history

T540 VGP is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 17 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 37,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
37,661 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 VGP
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
17 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 VGP was last recorded at 37,661 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,650 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,661 miles
  • 2025 – 29,893 miles
  • 2024 – 27,101 miles
  • 2023 – 26,957 miles
  • 2022 – 26,558 miles
  • 2021 – 26,234 miles
  • 2020 – 25,796 miles
  • 2019 – 25,327 miles
  • 2018 – 24,665 miles
  • 2017 – 23,550 miles
  • 2016 – 22,509 miles
  • 2015 – 21,520 miles
  • 2014 – 20,547 miles
  • 2013 – 19,530 miles
  • 2012 – 18,387 miles
  • 2011 – 17,731 miles
  • 2010 – 16,488 miles
  • 2009 – 15,306 miles
  • 2008 – 14,067 miles
  • 2007 – 12,630 miles
  • 2006 – 10,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,661 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,661 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    37,661 miles
    Test number
    169828767332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail37,650 miles (+7,757)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    324555468169
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass29,893 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    29,893 miles
    Test number
    493629132764
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail29,893 miles (+2,792)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,893 miles
    Test number
    691108311729
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass27,101 miles (+144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    27,101 miles
    Test number
    487563643585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass26,957 miles (+399)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    26,957 miles
    Test number
    649812780658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass26,558 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    26,558 miles
    Test number
    580069761969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,234 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    26,234 miles
    Test number
    814005250991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,796 miles (+469)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    25,796 miles
    Test number
    698856088343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass25,327 miles (+662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,327 miles
    Test number
    580974369193
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass24,665 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    24,665 miles
    Test number
    683032852968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,417 miles (+867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    24,417 miles
    Test number
    306245463991
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  13. Pass23,550 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    23,550 miles
    Test number
    144224950805
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  14. Fail23,533 miles (+1,024)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,533 miles
    Test number
    214901256240
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 45% (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules nsf and osf (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance repaired with lens tape (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroding
    • AdvisoryOs track rod end gaiter perishing
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre slight side wall damaged/osr tyre radial cracks in tread
    • AdvisoryRear centre seat belt stalk casing damaged and secured with tape

  15. Pass22,509 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    22,509 miles
    Test number
    482510008994
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses collars corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOsf door hinges worn
    • AdvisoryOsr fog lamp repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryRear brake application/release 28%
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front cross member

  16. Fail22,509 miles (+989)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,509 miles
    Test number
    380957617174
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 40% (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly 40% (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses collars corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOsf door hinges worn
    • AdvisoryOsr fog lamp repaired with tape
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front cross member

  17. Pass21,520 miles (+20)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,520 miles
    Test number
    679950115296
    • NoteDrivers Hinge Worn
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Showing Signs Of Wear
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Wearing On Edges, Getting Close To Legal Limit
    • NoteO/S/R Lamp Lens Damaged
    • NoteO/S/R Suspension Mount Damaged

  18. Fail21,500 miles (+953)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,500 miles
    Test number
    939453505214
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteDrivers Hinge Worn
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Showing Signs Of Wear
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Wearing On Edges, Getting Close To Legal Limit
    • NoteO/S/R Lamp Lens Damaged
    • NoteO/S/R Suspension Mount Damaged

  19. Pass20,547 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    159589604238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteExhaust corroding.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & pads seem low.
    • NoteSlight oil leak.

  20. Fail20,546 miles (+1,016)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,546 miles
    Test number
    127599404236
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteExhaust corroding.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & pads seem low.
    • NoteSlight oil leak.

  21. Pass19,530 miles (+1,143)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,530 miles
    Test number
    377560303462
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNs windscreen washer poor just acceptable
    • NoteOsr suspension mount damaged

  22. Fail18,387 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,387 miles
    Test number
    188325102275
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perished,recommend attention
    • NoteOsr lamp damaged,repaired with lens tape

  23. Pass18,387 miles (+656)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,387 miles
    Test number
    365135302493
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perished,recommend attention
    • NoteOsr lamp damaged,repaired with lens tape

  24. Pass17,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,731 miles
    Test number
    648348501274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail17,731 miles (+1,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,731 miles
    Test number
    249078301271
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass16,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,488 miles
    Test number
    122895290156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,488 miles (+1,182)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,488 miles
    Test number
    163645890152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  28. Pass15,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,306 miles
    Test number
    294212289438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail15,306 miles (+1,239)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,306 miles
    Test number
    834211789106
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f of car damaged

  30. Pass14,067 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,067 miles
    Test number
    940821298162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Fail14,067 miles (+1,437)3 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,067 miles
    Test number
    822141098119
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Pass12,630 miles (+1,673)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,630 miles
    Test number
    740142297149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly low on edges

  33. Pass10,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,957 miles
    Test number
    721204296195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 VGP

Does T540 VGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 VGP is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T540 VGP?
The MOT on T540 VGP is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 VGP done?
T540 VGP was recorded at 37,661 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 1,331 miles a year.
Has T540 VGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 VGP has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T540 VGP 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 T540 VGP find?
T540 VGP passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; offside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured.

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