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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T597 DLMMOT history

T597 DLM is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2023
Mileage
137,126 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 DLM
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 DLM was last recorded at 137,126 miles on 3 May 2022, 3,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,471 miles · 8 May 2021
Between the last two tests
3,655 miles
Average per year
4,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,126 miles
  • 2021 – 133,471 miles
  • 2020 – 130,812 miles
  • 2019 – 127,870 miles
  • 2018 – 124,149 miles
  • 2017 – 121,142 miles
  • 2016 – 116,624 miles
  • 2015 – 113,377 miles
  • 2014 – 108,725 miles
  • 2013 – 105,166 miles
  • 2012 – 101,300 miles
  • 2011 – 97,547 miles
  • 2010 – 93,647 miles
  • 2009 – 89,458 miles
  • 2008 – 86,554 miles
  • 2007 – 78,598 miles
  • 2006 – 71,161 miles
  • 2005 – 62,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,126 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear crossmember (inner lower arch) corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front lower radiator support heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,126 miles (+3,655)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,126 miles
    Test number
    762456456263
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crossmember (inner lower arch) corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass133,471 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    133,471 miles
    Test number
    152266553876
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail133,466 miles (+2,654)9 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,466 miles
    Test number
    524091697456
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (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))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner face (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to load valve (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass130,812 miles (+2,942)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,812 miles
    Test number
    450511374374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass127,870 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,870 miles
    Test number
    507949547965
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight near valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail127,865 miles (+3,716)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,865 miles
    Test number
    604516785141
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch / sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch / sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight near valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,149 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    124,149 miles
    Test number
    160069455237
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing signs of slight corrosion

  8. Fail124,141 miles (+2,999)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,141 miles
    Test number
    121014351170
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront cross member holed but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing signs of slight corrosion

  9. Pass121,142 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,142 miles
    Test number
    837452161939
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBo0th sides floor showing signs of corrosion

  10. Fail121,133 miles (+4,509)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,133 miles
    Test number
    699404281333
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front floor showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass116,624 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    116,624 miles
    Test number
    110793246306
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all to and from brake compensator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail116,610 miles (+3,233)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,610 miles
    Test number
    110350133711
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all to and from brake compensator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass113,377 miles (+4,652)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,377 miles
    Test number
    315891375042
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass108,725 miles (+3,559)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,725 miles
    Test number
    895547974013
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing 155/70/13
    • NoteExhaust blow
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass105,166 miles (+151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,166 miles
    Test number
    275166953031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail105,015 miles (+3,715)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,015 miles
    Test number
    326752953071
    • 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 brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass101,300 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,300 miles
    Test number
    508205562036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail101,300 miles (+3,753)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,300 miles
    Test number
    825475962017
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,547 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,547 miles
    Test number
    958220881007
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNear side front crossmember corroded and holed, not within a prescribed area

  20. Fail97,547 miles (+3,900)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,547 miles
    Test number
    136370781082
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNear side front crossmember corroded and holed, not within a prescribed area

  21. Pass93,647 miles (+22)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    101509400149
    • NoteEngine has oil oil leak suspect sump or rear main
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded outside prescribed area

  22. Fail93,625 miles (+4,167)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,625 miles
    Test number
    600426600127
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine has oil oil leak suspect sump or rear main
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded outside prescribed area

  23. Pass89,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,458 miles
    Test number
    403471319156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail89,458 miles (+2,904)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,458 miles
    Test number
    563561119119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass86,554 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    86,554 miles
    Test number
    301772918121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,598 miles (+7,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,598 miles
    Test number
    130023407149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,161 miles (+8,453)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    71,161 miles
    Test number
    750052506125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    791010315122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T597 DLM

Does T597 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T597 DLM expired on 7 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T597 DLM?
The MOT on T597 DLM expired on 7 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T597 DLM done?
T597 DLM was recorded at 137,126 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022, an average of 4,369 miles a year.
Has T597 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 DLM has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T597 DLM 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 T597 DLM find?
T597 DLM passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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