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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

V78 HFAMOT history

V78 HFA is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 25 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2024.

V78 HFA silver Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2025
Mileage
96,243 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 HFA
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
25 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 HFA was last recorded at 96,243 miles on 8 Oct 2024, 5,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,927 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,316 miles
Average per year
4,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,243 miles
  • 2023 – 90,927 miles
  • 2022 – 87,573 miles
  • 2021 – 83,826 miles
  • 2020 – 81,765 miles
  • 2019 – 78,727 miles
  • 2018 – 76,091 miles
  • 2017 – 70,172 miles
  • 2016 – 64,361 miles
  • 2015 – 56,891 miles
  • 2014 – 51,358 miles
  • 2013 – 47,751 miles
  • 2012 – 43,572 miles
  • 2011 – 41,145 miles
  • 2010 – 37,769 miles
  • 2009 – 33,996 miles
  • 2008 – 30,777 miles
  • 2007 – 27,401 miles
  • 2006 – 22,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,243 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,243 miles (+5,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,243 miles
    Test number
    733966286954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass90,927 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,927 miles
    Test number
    327379642555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,573 miles (+3,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,573 miles
    Test number
    801581744996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass83,826 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,826 miles
    Test number
    518267515918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,765 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,765 miles
    Test number
    190854717439
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass78,727 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,727 miles
    Test number
    217533978298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,091 miles (+5,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,091 miles
    Test number
    765359907616
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear, offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axel beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,172 miles (+5,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    257945607148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass64,361 miles (+7,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,361 miles
    Test number
    333297309937
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass56,891 miles (+5,533)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,891 miles
    Test number
    321362353934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,358 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,358 miles
    Test number
    778119844261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail51,358 miles (+3,607)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,358 miles
    Test number
    968197444211
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass47,751 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    557900853224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,425 miles (+3,853)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,425 miles
    Test number
    467482233281
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  15. Pass43,572 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,572 miles
    Test number
    858025942214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,145 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,145 miles
    Test number
    727275441249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,769 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,769 miles
    Test number
    603506330200
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  18. Pass37,769 miles (+3,773)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,769 miles
    Test number
    851076130238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,996 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    271603209208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,777 miles (+3,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    293711508291
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass27,401 miles (+4,902)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,401 miles
    Test number
    440177597198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteAdvise wiper slight torn

  22. Pass22,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,499 miles
    Test number
    324827206466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 HFA

Does V78 HFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 HFA expired on 7 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 HFA?
The MOT on V78 HFA expired on 7 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 HFA done?
V78 HFA was recorded at 96,243 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2024, an average of 4,051 miles a year.
Has V78 HFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 HFA has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on V78 HFA 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 V78 HFA find?
V78 HFA passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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