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Nissan Primastar

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

V40 ETSMOT history

V40 ETS is a blue diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 14 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,789 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 ETS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 ETS was last recorded at 156,789 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 8,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,410 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,379 miles
Average per year
11,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,789 miles
  • 2025 – 148,410 miles
  • 2024 – 140,337 miles
  • 2023 – 132,138 miles
  • 2022 – 123,918 miles
  • 2021 – 111,211 miles
  • 2020 – 93,382 miles
  • 2019 – 74,877 miles
  • 2018 – 55,268 miles
  • 2017 – 49,776 miles
  • 2016 – 40,482 miles
  • 2015 – 31,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,789 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,789 miles
    Test number
    484912157104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail156,789 miles (+8,379)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,789 miles
    Test number
    876902048646
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass148,410 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    148,410 miles
    Test number
    237457770910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail148,408 miles (+8,071)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,408 miles
    Test number
    575643967822
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass140,337 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,337 miles
    Test number
    509512473893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail140,334 miles (+8,196)3 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,334 miles
    Test number
    764105828764
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,138 miles
    Test number
    401270897037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,138 miles (+8,220)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,138 miles
    Test number
    237122843592
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass123,918 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,918 miles
    Test number
    874954773204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,836 miles (+12,625)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,836 miles
    Test number
    745755145294
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced nearside and offside lamps flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment handbrake lever on caliper (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass111,211 miles (+17,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,211 miles
    Test number
    769575463424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass93,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    688736973847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail93,382 miles (+18,505)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    681853817823
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass74,877 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    594449437430
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Fail74,877 miles (+19,609)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    111226267990
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass55,268 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,268 miles
    Test number
    178094366404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,267 miles (+5,491)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,267 miles
    Test number
    263814973339
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass49,776 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,776 miles
    Test number
    746019395983
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail49,774 miles (+9,292)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    211025475612
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass40,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,482 miles
    Test number
    470089266004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,482 miles (+8,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,482 miles
    Test number
    575530841587
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass31,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,844 miles
    Test number
    177400865141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,844 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,844 miles
    Test number
    266600365431
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about V40 ETS

Does V40 ETS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 ETS is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 ETS?
The MOT on V40 ETS is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 ETS done?
V40 ETS was recorded at 156,789 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 11,639 miles a year.
Has V40 ETS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 ETS has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 ETS 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 V40 ETS find?
V40 ETS passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front.

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