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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T56 DCUMOT history

T56 DCU is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2023
Mileage
116,760 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 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
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 DCU was last recorded at 116,760 miles on 17 Aug 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,754 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,760 miles
  • 2021 – 109,444 miles
  • 2020 – 106,220 miles
  • 2019 – 96,025 miles
  • 2018 – 83,578 miles
  • 2017 – 70,441 miles
  • 2016 – 63,619 miles
  • 2015 – 62,718 miles
  • 2014 – 60,852 miles
  • 2013 – 58,457 miles
  • 2012 – 55,880 miles
  • 2011 – 52,926 miles
  • 2010 – 50,020 miles
  • 2009 – 47,174 miles
  • 2008 – 44,088 miles
  • 2007 – 40,849 miles
  • 2006 – 37,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,760 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront cross member corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,760 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    116,760 miles
    Test number
    963011184395
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail116,754 miles (+7,310)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,754 miles
    Test number
    238798342431
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill and chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass109,444 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    529581868530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,437 miles (+3,217)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,437 miles
    Test number
    106684186583
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor / chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass106,220 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,220 miles
    Test number
    877838042995
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail106,211 miles (+10,186)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,211 miles
    Test number
    972336182753
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass96,025 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,025 miles
    Test number
    174214071892
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail96,017 miles (+12,439)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    472169177130
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass83,578 miles (+13,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,578 miles
    Test number
    957002368862
    • AdvisoryAlternator and auxillary belts deteriorating

  10. Pass70,441 miles (+6,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,441 miles
    Test number
    764391676540
    • AdvisoryAuxillary and alternator belts deteriorating

  11. Pass63,619 miles (+901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    514337593914
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  12. Pass62,718 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,718 miles
    Test number
    816876375102
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  13. Fail62,718 miles (+1,866)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,718 miles
    Test number
    218514775112
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  14. Pass60,852 miles (+2,395)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,852 miles
    Test number
    297693954484
    • NoteBoth outer sills slightly corroded
    • NoteFront cross member corroded

  15. Pass58,457 miles (+2,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,457 miles
    Test number
    227932763438
    • NoteScratch on windscreen

  16. Pass55,880 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    526251252147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOsf, nsf and nsr tyres slightly perished

  17. Fail55,880 miles (+2,954)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    776741352161
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOsf, nsf and nsr tyres slightly perished

  18. Pass52,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    257611751104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,925 miles (+2,905)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,925 miles
    Test number
    567891651167
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass50,020 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,020 miles
    Test number
    493203450192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteFront exhaust heatshield insecure

  21. Fail50,013 miles (+2,839)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,013 miles
    Test number
    480293150150
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  22. Pass47,174 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,174 miles
    Test number
    404890269145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,088 miles (+3,239)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,088 miles
    Test number
    670431168172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,849 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,849 miles
    Test number
    691125157162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    263766556185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,655 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    921536656113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T56 DCU

Does T56 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 DCU expired on 16 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 DCU?
The MOT on T56 DCU expired on 16 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 DCU done?
T56 DCU was recorded at 116,760 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2022, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has T56 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 DCU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T56 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 T56 DCU find?
T56 DCU passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2022 with 10 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front cross member corroded; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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