Nissan logo

Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V42 DKAMOT history

V42 DKA is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 27 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2023.

V42 DKA blue Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
88,167 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,873 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V42 DKA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V42 DKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 DKA was last recorded at 88,167 miles on 26 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,167 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,167 miles
  • 2022 – 84,264 miles
  • 2021 – 79,880 miles
  • 2020 – 74,188 miles
  • 2019 – 70,263 miles
  • 2017 – 69,238 miles
  • 2016 – 67,771 miles
  • 2015 – 67,314 miles
  • 2014 – 64,198 miles
  • 2013 – 56,314 miles
  • 2012 – 46,962 miles
  • 2011 – 39,168 miles
  • 2010 – 35,199 miles
  • 2009 – 30,954 miles
  • 2008 – 27,692 miles
  • 2007 – 24,863 miles
  • 2006 – 21,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,167 miles
  • AdvisoryWheel caps fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryDrivers door handle brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,167 miles
    Test number
    798572833965
    • AdvisoryWheel caps fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle broken

  2. Fail88,167 miles (+3,903)4 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,167 miles
    Test number
    568534519848
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWheel caps fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle broken

  3. Pass84,264 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    102445388894
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all of them (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of them (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all of them (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail84,264 miles (+4,384)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    524760795117
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all of them (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of them (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all of them (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass79,880 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    930921229377
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steel wheel, all others alloy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail78,979 miles (+4,791)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,979 miles
    Test number
    691956842668
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steel wheel, all others alloy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass74,188 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,188 miles
    Test number
    387088502500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,263 miles
    Test number
    332491093659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,263 miles (+1,025)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,263 miles
    Test number
    603724511175
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass69,238 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,238 miles
    Test number
    395007131616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,771 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,771 miles
    Test number
    636767745593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,766 miles (+452)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,766 miles
    Test number
    298915359258
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass67,314 miles (+3,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,314 miles
    Test number
    421545220690
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer c v boots perishing
    • AdvisoryDamage to power steering pipes

  14. Pass64,198 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    627021864275
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail64,198 miles (+7,884)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    847981464236
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass56,314 miles (+9,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    978207363270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,962 miles (+7,794)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,962 miles
    Test number
    356662672290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front door mirror cracked

  18. Pass39,168 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,168 miles
    Test number
    565856161221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,199 miles
    Test number
    592457360210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,199 miles (+4,245)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,199 miles
    Test number
    680166560291
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass30,954 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,954 miles
    Test number
    944727969218
    • NoteRear registration plate fading

  22. Fail30,953 miles (+3,261)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,953 miles
    Test number
    823286069200
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear registration plate fading

  23. Pass27,692 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    212091468289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,645 miles (+2,782)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,645 miles
    Test number
    484733158298
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail24,863 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,863 miles
    Test number
    123933367214
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass24,863 miles (+2,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,863 miles
    Test number
    483363367249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass21,888 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,888 miles
    Test number
    363687256233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V42 DKA

Does V42 DKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 DKA expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 DKA?
The MOT on V42 DKA expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 DKA done?
V42 DKA was recorded at 88,167 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2023, an average of 3,873 miles a year.
Has V42 DKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 DKA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V42 DKA 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 V42 DKA find?
V42 DKA passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: wheel caps fitted at time of test; drivers door handle broken.

Related registrations

Browse all V42 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.