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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V720 VFCMOT history

V720 VFC is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

V720 VFC red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2025
Mileage
107,180 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V720 VFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V720 VFC was last recorded at 107,180 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 4,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,565 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,615 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,180 miles
  • 2024 – 102,565 miles
  • 2023 – 101,282 miles
  • 2022 – 99,769 miles
  • 2021 – 98,140 miles
  • 2020 – 96,110 miles
  • 2019 – 93,939 miles
  • 2018 – 91,852 miles
  • 2017 – 89,088 miles
  • 2016 – 87,356 miles
  • 2015 – 85,414 miles
  • 2014 – 83,276 miles
  • 2013 – 80,639 miles
  • 2012 – 78,253 miles
  • 2011 – 75,934 miles
  • 2010 – 71,359 miles
  • 2009 – 67,271 miles
  • 2008 – 61,111 miles
  • 2007 – 55,956 miles
  • 2006 – 50,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,180 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to drum brake (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer wheel arch lower area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorObligatory mirror insecure Central mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to drum brake (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively ATTENTION NEEDED (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel arch rear section Excessively corroded (Outside of prescribed area)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ATTENTION NEEDED (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake effort poor
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath vehicle body and on suspension components

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front crossmember corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,180 miles (+4,615)2 dangerous14 major4 minor25 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,180 miles
    Test number
    164437406179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to drum brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer wheel arch lower area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorObligatory mirror insecure Central mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Hose to drum brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively ATTENTION NEEDED (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel arch rear section Excessively corroded (Outside of prescribed area)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ATTENTION NEEDED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake effort poor
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath vehicle body and on suspension components
  2. Pass102,565 miles (+1,283)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,565 miles
    Test number
    988130139631
    • AdvisoryFront Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Cross member slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Windscreen rubber seal various place deteriorated insecure
  3. Pass101,282 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,282 miles
    Test number
    884516608921
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front crossmember corroded
  4. Fail101,281 miles (+1,512)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,281 miles
    Test number
    931065760887
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front crossmember corroded
  5. Pass99,769 miles (+1,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,769 miles
    Test number
    522334919983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slight corrosion
  6. Pass98,140 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,140 miles
    Test number
    847149785872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,110 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,110 miles
    Test number
    608006016818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,939 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,939 miles
    Test number
    507167708908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,852 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,852 miles
    Test number
    856541321573
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail91,849 miles (+2,761)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    857402016315
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass89,088 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,088 miles
    Test number
    327306680467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,356 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,356 miles
    Test number
    691326223107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,414 miles (+2,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,414 miles
    Test number
    986740805957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  14. Pass83,276 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,276 miles
    Test number
    478119844228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,639 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,639 miles
    Test number
    597042943292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,253 miles (+2,319)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    738679652243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  17. Fail75,934 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,934 miles
    Test number
    427864141258
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass75,934 miles (+4,575)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    75,934 miles
    Test number
    567704441282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass71,359 miles (+4,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,359 miles
    Test number
    424659630209
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass67,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    541522159219
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Fail67,271 miles (+6,160)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    584662759244
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass61,111 miles (+5,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,111 miles
    Test number
    372625538478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass55,956 miles (+5,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,956 miles
    Test number
    774263457245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass50,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,738 miles
    Test number
    743192566232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,738 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,738 miles
    Test number
    962091966257
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about V720 VFC

Does V720 VFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V720 VFC expired on 18 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V720 VFC?
The MOT on V720 VFC expired on 18 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V720 VFC done?
V720 VFC was recorded at 107,180 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has V720 VFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V720 VFC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V720 VFC 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 V720 VFC find?
V720 VFC failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 14 major defects, 4 minor defects and 25 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 42 more.

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