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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V686 JEVMOT history

V686 JEV is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 72,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2024.

V686 JEV silver Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2024
Mileage
72,902 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 JEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V686 JEV was last recorded at 72,902 miles on 2 May 2024, 10,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 May 2023: 62,586 miles, lower than 137,112 miles on 20 May 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
62,588 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,314 miles
Average per year
1,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,902 miles
  • 2023 – 62,588 miles
  • 2022 – 137,112 miles
  • 2021 – 123,196 miles
  • 2020 – 114,079 miles
  • 2019 – 109,441 miles
  • 2018 – 107,801 miles
  • 2017 – 105,690 miles
  • 2016 – 104,235 miles
  • 2015 – 102,099 miles
  • 2014 – 98,932 miles
  • 2013 – 93,950 miles
  • 2012 – 87,747 miles
  • 2011 – 80,657 miles
  • 2010 – 71,750 miles
  • 2009 – 62,493 miles
  • 2008 – 55,791 miles
  • 2007 – 50,432 miles
  • 2006 – 45,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,902 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,902 miles (+10,314)1 dangerous7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,902 miles
    Test number
    969581290351
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,588 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    62,588 miles
    Test number
    850148678485
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail62,586 miles (-74,526)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    198255745530
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass137,112 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,112 miles
    Test number
    357618494449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail137,112 miles (+13,916)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,112 miles
    Test number
    631354624804
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass123,196 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    286025261523
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Fail123,196 miles (+9,117)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    751063522948
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass114,079 miles (+4,638)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,079 miles
    Test number
    646429011137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,441 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,441 miles
    Test number
    196907407177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,440 miles (+1,639)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,440 miles
    Test number
    669309310683
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working staying on (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass107,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,801 miles
    Test number
    587506551662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,801 miles (+2,111)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,801 miles
    Test number
    679394888585
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass105,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,690 miles
    Test number
    789598122425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,690 miles (+1,455)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,690 miles
    Test number
    410046289961
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass104,235 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    628842636078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,099 miles
    Test number
    987797805189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,099 miles (+3,167)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,099 miles
    Test number
    146217105153
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass98,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,932 miles
    Test number
    607404204122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail98,932 miles (+4,982)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,932 miles
    Test number
    409904404161
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass93,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    175840783049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,950 miles (+6,203)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    657130683038
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass87,747 miles (+7,090)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,747 miles
    Test number
    626958662073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,657 miles
    Test number
    867167271083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,657 miles (+8,907)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,657 miles
    Test number
    747895171047
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass71,750 miles (+9,257)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,750 miles
    Test number
    772886240075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,493 miles
    Test number
    413510839022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,493 miles (+6,702)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,493 miles
    Test number
    210769829046
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass55,791 miles (+5,359)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,791 miles
    Test number
    933203448068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake may have early cylinder leakage,efficiency is slightly low on handbrake and footbrake,recommend closer inspection

  29. Pass50,432 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,432 miles
    Test number
    523574447001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,885 miles
    Test number
    844351246027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 JEV

Does V686 JEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 JEV expired on 20 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 JEV?
The MOT on V686 JEV expired on 20 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 JEV done?
V686 JEV was recorded at 72,902 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2024, an average of 1,483 miles a year.
Has V686 JEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 JEV has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V686 JEV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V686 JEV find?
V686 JEV failed its latest MOT on 2 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 9 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 14 more.

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