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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,240 cc

TCO 3MOT history

TCO 3 is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 13 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 84,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,217 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TCO 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TCO 3 was last recorded at 84,217 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 1,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,830 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,387 miles
Average per year
3,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,217 miles
  • 2024 – 82,830 miles
  • 2023 – 81,500 miles
  • 2022 – 79,950 miles
  • 2021 – 77,375 miles
  • 2020 – 74,530 miles
  • 2019 – 72,578 miles
  • 2018 – 68,183 miles
  • 2017 – 63,687 miles
  • 2016 – 59,470 miles
  • 2015 – 54,850 miles
  • 2014 – 50,408 miles
  • 2013 – 43,518 miles
  • 2012 – 38,518 miles
  • 2011 – 32,312 miles
  • 2010 – 27,894 miles
  • 2009 – 21,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,217 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • DangerousAll suspension components extremely corroded
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • All mechanical components heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,217 miles1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,217 miles
    Test number
    408467633243
    • DangerousAll suspension components extremely corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail84,215 miles (+1,385)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,215 miles
    Test number
    422408356053
    • DangerousAll suspension components extremely corroded
    • DangerousExhaust heatshield loose
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass82,830 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,830 miles
    Test number
    918576064552
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll mechanical components heavily corroded

  4. Fail82,828 miles (+1,328)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,828 miles
    Test number
    726961944666
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll mechanical components heavily corroded

  5. Pass81,500 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,500 miles
    Test number
    752693025443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail81,493 miles (+1,543)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,493 miles
    Test number
    365484431604
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass79,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,950 miles
    Test number
    808121048141
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail79,950 miles (+2,575)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,950 miles
    Test number
    872793724108
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass77,375 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,375 miles
    Test number
    741518093866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,373 miles (+2,843)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,373 miles
    Test number
    805997375203
    • 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 Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,530 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,530 miles
    Test number
    189444729879
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre joint and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail74,528 miles (+1,950)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,528 miles
    Test number
    586226288991
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre joint and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass72,578 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,578 miles
    Test number
    734245012976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTailgate opening intermittently when trying to open it, may need further attention

  14. Fail72,575 miles (+4,392)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    882050204436
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTailgate opening intermittently when trying to open it, may need further attention

  15. Pass68,183 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    598926398982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,181 miles (+4,494)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,181 miles
    Test number
    994517232037
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  17. Pass63,687 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,687 miles
    Test number
    361039250234
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edges and nearside at 2.5 mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAir intake pipe onto air box insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak at bear box

  18. Fail63,686 miles (+4,216)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,686 miles
    Test number
    152621451140
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner edges and nearside at 2.5 mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAir intake pipe onto air box insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak at bear box

  19. Pass59,470 miles (+4,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    525509811541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass54,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,850 miles
    Test number
    967076929560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,850 miles (+4,442)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,850 miles
    Test number
    690376690589
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade starting to split

  22. Pass50,408 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    366403034368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,518 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,518 miles
    Test number
    887371063108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,518 miles
    Test number
    365346052107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,518 miles (+6,206)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,518 miles
    Test number
    835346352159
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust back box clamp missing.
    • NoteExhaust front pipe heat shield insecure and rattling.
    • NoteLip on front brake discs.

  26. Pass32,312 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,312 miles
    Test number
    627214751124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,894 miles (+6,019)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,894 miles
    Test number
    791135250188
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll 3 wiper blades torn

  28. Pass21,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,875 miles
    Test number
    873186359154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,875 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,875 miles
    Test number
    341406259132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspect front brake pads worn

Questions about TCO 3

What vehicle is registration TCO 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TCO 3 on a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 13 Jun 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TCO 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TCO 3 is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on TCO 3?
The MOT on TCO 3 is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TCO 3 done?
TCO 3 was recorded at 84,217 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has TCO 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TCO 3 has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on TCO 3 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 TCO 3 find?
TCO 3 passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 dangerous defect and 4 advisories: all suspension components extremely corroded; central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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