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Nissan Micra

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,240 cc

VSU 490MOT history

VSU 490 is a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 4 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 57,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

VSU 490 silver Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
57,787 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VSU 490
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VSU 490 was last recorded at 57,787 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,164 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,623 miles
Average per year
2,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,787 miles
  • 2025 – 55,164 miles
  • 2024 – 52,914 miles
  • 2023 – 50,373 miles
  • 2022 – 48,013 miles
  • 2021 – 45,446 miles
  • 2020 – 43,618 miles
  • 2019 – 40,561 miles
  • 2018 – 38,843 miles
  • 2017 – 36,698 miles
  • 2016 – 35,059 miles
  • 2015 – 33,126 miles
  • 2014 – 31,253 miles
  • 2013 – 29,863 miles
  • 2011 – 27,528 miles
  • 2010 – 24,659 miles
  • 2008 – 20,951 miles
  • 2007 – 16,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,787 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,787 miles (+2,623)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    57,787 miles
    Test number
    871374312732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass55,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    836809664486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,163 miles (+2,249)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    688895299909
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From Lambda sensor (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp has a product on the light source (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp has a product on the light source (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL on

  4. Pass52,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,914 miles
    Test number
    827409667942
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail52,914 miles (+2,541)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,914 miles
    Test number
    998009523474
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced turret/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass50,373 miles (+2,360)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,373 miles
    Test number
    946519504690
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler and breather corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass48,013 miles (+62)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,013 miles
    Test number
    762995420442
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail47,951 miles (+2,505)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,951 miles
    Test number
    874248992315
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side repeater lights (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,446 miles (+1,828)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,446 miles
    Test number
    448469911583
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Turrets / shocks (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle /chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass43,618 miles (+3,057)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    43,618 miles
    Test number
    614848561689
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass40,561 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,561 miles
    Test number
    626431300094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,843 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,843 miles
    Test number
    100720360678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,698 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    36,698 miles
    Test number
    180326691215
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  14. Pass35,059 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    138431321295
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front And both rear tyres perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail35,050 miles (+1,924)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,050 miles
    Test number
    622388037634
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective Fuel filler neck excessively corroded (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front And both rear tyres perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass33,126 miles (+1,873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,126 miles
    Test number
    296355025180
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass31,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,253 miles
    Test number
    236557524182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,253 miles (+1,390)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,253 miles
    Test number
    956537624146
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass29,863 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,863 miles
    Test number
    729144213117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail29,863 miles (+2,335)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,863 miles
    Test number
    815244513160
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass27,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,528 miles
    Test number
    346923721146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,528 miles (+2,869)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,528 miles
    Test number
    775963421101
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Fail24,659 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    571167390094
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass24,659 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    783967290021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,951 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    20,951 miles
    Test number
    163952948263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear wiper blade torn

  26. Fail20,951 miles (+4,191)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,951 miles
    Test number
    392142148273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear wiper blade torn

  27. Pass16,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,760 miles
    Test number
    660746657108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VSU 490

What vehicle is registration VSU 490 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VSU 490 on a silver petrol Nissan Micra first used on 4 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VSU 490 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VSU 490 is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on VSU 490?
The MOT on VSU 490 is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VSU 490 done?
VSU 490 was recorded at 57,787 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 2,129 miles a year.
Has VSU 490 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VSU 490 has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on VSU 490 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 VSU 490 find?
VSU 490 passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; rear axle corroded, and 1 more.

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