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Nissan Almera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,392 cc

V42 GTAMOT history

V42 GTA is a red petrol Nissan Almera first used on 21 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2022
Mileage
101,345 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 GTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V42 GTA was last recorded at 101,345 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 1,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,192 miles · 6 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,153 miles
Average per year
3,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,345 miles
  • 2021 – 100,192 miles
  • 2017 – 91,773 miles
  • 2016 – 87,560 miles
  • 2015 – 84,099 miles
  • 2014 – 79,320 miles
  • 2013 – 77,752 miles
  • 2012 – 75,749 miles
  • 2011 – 74,926 miles
  • 2010 – 73,055 miles
  • 2009 – 68,226 miles
  • 2008 – 63,631 miles
  • 2007 – 59,089 miles
  • 2006 – 53,127 miles
  • 2005 – 46,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,345 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
  • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,345 miles (+1,153)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    304864032396
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  2. Pass100,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,192 miles
    Test number
    291490017470
    • AdvisoryN/s/r light lend damage

  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307131302303
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer drive shaft boot slight grease loss

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    777479146444
    • 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))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    240673796736
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass91,773 miles (+4,213)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    91,773 miles
    Test number
    248140254987
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn badly on inside edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Pass87,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    427361984747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

  8. Fail87,560 miles (+3,461)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    335100915531
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass84,099 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,099 miles
    Test number
    758417743011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,320 miles
    Test number
    307257584243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,320 miles (+1,568)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,320 miles
    Test number
    398187984432
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass77,752 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    959964383204
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewalls are cracking

  13. Fail77,743 miles (+1,994)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,743 miles
    Test number
    736113083224
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewalls are cracking

  14. Pass75,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,749 miles
    Test number
    349419782434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,749 miles (+823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,749 miles
    Test number
    778094082238
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass74,926 miles (+1,871)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,926 miles
    Test number
    759639341308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,055 miles (+4,829)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    612897240388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,226 miles (+4,595)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    68,226 miles
    Test number
    410824349313
    • NoteRear tyres are slightly cracking

  19. Pass63,631 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,631 miles
    Test number
    822119738342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,089 miles
    Test number
    904905647349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,089 miles (+5,962)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,089 miles
    Test number
    502795447393
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,127 miles (+7,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,127 miles
    Test number
    333386746302
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriating

  23. Pass46,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    46,002 miles
    Test number
    632240245330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 GTA

Does V42 GTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 GTA expired on 19 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 GTA?
The MOT on V42 GTA expired on 19 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 GTA done?
V42 GTA was recorded at 101,345 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 3,295 miles a year.
Has V42 GTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 GTA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V42 GTA 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 GTA find?
V42 GTA failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 5 more.

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