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Nissan Micra

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V42 EFFMOT history

V42 EFF is a yellow petrol Nissan Micra first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

V42 EFF yellow Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,025 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 EFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 EFF was last recorded at 80,025 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 12,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,046 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,979 miles
Average per year
2,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,025 miles
  • 2025 – 67,046 miles
  • 2024 – 63,021 miles
  • 2020 – 62,893 miles
  • 2019 – 62,670 miles
  • 2018 – 62,342 miles
  • 2017 – 61,969 miles
  • 2016 – 61,639 miles
  • 2015 – 61,237 miles
  • 2014 – 60,754 miles
  • 2013 – 60,070 miles
  • 2012 – 59,239 miles
  • 2011 – 58,245 miles
  • 2010 – 56,875 miles
  • 2009 – 53,448 miles
  • 2008 – 48,836 miles
  • 2007 – 43,519 miles
  • 2006 – 38,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,025 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,025 miles (+12,979)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    580981907438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,046 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    67,046 miles
    Test number
    446685082324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass63,021 miles (+128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    631600640293
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded

  4. Pass62,893 miles (+223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,893 miles
    Test number
    917792662052
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass62,670 miles (+328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,670 miles
    Test number
    894966748340
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass62,342 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,342 miles
    Test number
    427383472758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail62,342 miles (+373)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,342 miles
    Test number
    401082245385
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass61,969 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,969 miles
    Test number
    877603840179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,639 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,639 miles
    Test number
    484915090820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail61,625 miles (+388)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,625 miles
    Test number
    905756308344
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass61,237 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,237 miles
    Test number
    214708434207
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on rear suspension beam
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak

  12. Pass60,754 miles (+684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,754 miles
    Test number
    279049184259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass60,070 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,070 miles
    Test number
    525325973212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,239 miles (+994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,239 miles
    Test number
    747482682262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass58,245 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,245 miles
    Test number
    597569971200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,875 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,875 miles
    Test number
    404590380274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,448 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,448 miles
    Test number
    650058189262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,293 miles (+4,457)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,293 miles
    Test number
    354221089428
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,836 miles
    Test number
    393163688469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,834 miles (+5,315)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    452323888294
    • 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)

  21. Pass43,519 miles (+5,224)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    43,519 miles
    Test number
    941657877211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,295 miles
    Test number
    382322686257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,295 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,295 miles
    Test number
    670422786202
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V42 EFF

Does V42 EFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 EFF is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 EFF?
The MOT on V42 EFF is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 EFF done?
V42 EFF was recorded at 80,025 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 2,136 miles a year.
Has V42 EFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 EFF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on V42 EFF 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 EFF find?
V42 EFF passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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