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Nissan Serena

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,283 cc

T638 VHJMOT history

T638 VHJ is a red diesel Nissan Serena first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 124,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
124,627 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T638 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Serena
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,283 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T638 VHJ was last recorded at 124,627 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,624 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,627 miles
  • 2025 – 122,306 miles
  • 2023 – 115,069 miles
  • 2022 – 104,358 miles
  • 2021 – 104,332 miles
  • 2020 – 104,252 miles
  • 2019 – 104,052 miles
  • 2018 – 103,706 miles
  • 2017 – 103,275 miles
  • 2016 – 102,732 miles
  • 2015 – 101,696 miles
  • 2014 – 100,629 miles
  • 2013 – 99,758 miles
  • 2012 – 98,873 miles
  • 2011 – 97,213 miles
  • 2010 – 95,261 miles
  • 2009 – 89,699 miles
  • 2008 – 86,486 miles
  • 2007 – 79,137 miles
  • 2006 – 72,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,627 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

36 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,627 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    124,627 miles
    Test number
    779132664801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail124,624 miles (+2,318)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,624 miles
    Test number
    615685835872
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass122,306 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    122,306 miles
    Test number
    544535891396
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail122,294 miles (+7,225)1 dangerous12 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,294 miles
    Test number
    675573150650
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass115,069 miles (+2,200)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,069 miles
    Test number
    298446622041
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass112,869 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,869 miles
    Test number
    127864518202
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail112,869 miles (+8,511)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,869 miles
    Test number
    183752364890
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass104,358 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,358 miles
    Test number
    133303102527
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail104,358 miles (+26)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,358 miles
    Test number
    767630033425
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,332 miles
    Test number
    236403019394
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail104,332 miles (+80)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,332 miles
    Test number
    888889671636
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass104,252 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,252 miles
    Test number
    955965122752
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail104,241 miles (+189)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,241 miles
    Test number
    349329152857
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass104,052 miles (+346)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    104,052 miles
    Test number
    355773164829
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass103,706 miles (+431)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,706 miles
    Test number
    757581273511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,275 miles
    Test number
    647884703700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,275 miles (+543)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,275 miles
    Test number
    426318115263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust down pipe (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass102,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,732 miles
    Test number
    927979829606
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail102,732 miles (+1,036)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,732 miles
    Test number
    511296597025
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Fail101,696 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,696 miles
    Test number
    638009325181
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass101,696 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,696 miles
    Test number
    665539025135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,629 miles (+871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,629 miles
    Test number
    507879424190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass99,758 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,758 miles
    Test number
    959843233127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail99,751 miles (+878)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,751 miles
    Test number
    377703123191
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass98,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,873 miles
    Test number
    846169122139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,873 miles (+1,660)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,873 miles
    Test number
    106125822115
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass97,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    425905421138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,213 miles (+1,952)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    786818511102
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Fail95,261 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,261 miles
    Test number
    321398910149
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  30. Pass95,261 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,261 miles
    Test number
    690218510109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass89,699 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    620337409125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass86,486 miles (+7,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    86,486 miles
    Test number
    563927988052
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s/f track rod

  33. Pass79,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,137 miles
    Test number
    173015597095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail79,137 miles (+6,829)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,137 miles
    Test number
    630375797001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  35. Pass72,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,308 miles
    Test number
    673439606165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail72,308 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,308 miles
    Test number
    804269806168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T638 VHJ

Does T638 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T638 VHJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T638 VHJ?
The MOT on T638 VHJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T638 VHJ done?
T638 VHJ was recorded at 124,627 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 2,578 miles a year.
Has T638 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T638 VHJ has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T638 VHJ 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 T638 VHJ find?
T638 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 5 more.

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