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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V686 GRAMOT history

V686 GRA is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 11 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

V686 GRA blue Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
62,191 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 GRA
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
11 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 GRA was last recorded at 62,191 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,332 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
859 miles
Average per year
2,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,191 miles
  • 2025 – 61,332 miles
  • 2022 – 60,431 miles
  • 2021 – 59,778 miles
  • 2020 – 58,839 miles
  • 2019 – 57,108 miles
  • 2018 – 55,198 miles
  • 2017 – 53,827 miles
  • 2015 – 53,368 miles
  • 2014 – 43,792 miles
  • 2013 – 36,292 miles
  • 2012 – 33,755 miles
  • 2011 – 30,768 miles
  • 2010 – 28,013 miles
  • 2009 – 25,349 miles
  • 2008 – 20,501 miles
  • 2007 – 16,902 miles
  • 2006 – 13,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,191 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,191 miles (+859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    62,191 miles
    Test number
    884860493178
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass61,332 miles (+901)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    61,332 miles
    Test number
    327784289468
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass60,431 miles (+42)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,431 miles
    Test number
    952167030296
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,389 miles (+611)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,389 miles
    Test number
    682133284663
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,778 miles (+939)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,778 miles
    Test number
    740862074556
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and back (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass58,839 miles (+1,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,839 miles
    Test number
    870098763611
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass57,108 miles (+1,910)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,108 miles
    Test number
    939733975005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,198 miles (+1,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,198 miles
    Test number
    426258833643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass53,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    169952686291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail53,827 miles (+459)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    945683784796
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass53,368 miles (+9,576)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    329511545162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,792 miles (+7,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,792 miles
    Test number
    247100334499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass36,292 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,292 miles
    Test number
    729310133191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,755 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    147011832175
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail33,755 miles (+2,987)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    385401832145
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass30,768 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,768 miles
    Test number
    805856521165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,013 miles (+2,664)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,013 miles
    Test number
    400502430138
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRaer tyres cracking on sidewall

  18. Pass25,349 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    25,349 miles
    Test number
    610172939116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,501 miles
    Test number
    302068828122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail20,501 miles (+3,599)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,501 miles
    Test number
    961128728174
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass16,902 miles (+3,442)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,902 miles
    Test number
    870423827100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,460 miles
    Test number
    763774326162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 GRA

Does V686 GRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V686 GRA is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V686 GRA?
The MOT on V686 GRA is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V686 GRA done?
V686 GRA was recorded at 62,191 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 2,468 miles a year.
Has V686 GRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 GRA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V686 GRA 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 V686 GRA find?
V686 GRA passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded both side front; offside rear inner suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bumper, and 1 more.

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