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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,240 cc

W18 ALEMOT history

W18 ALE is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 5 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

W18 ALE red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,131 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 ALE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,240 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 ALE was last recorded at 90,131 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,324 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,807 miles
Average per year
3,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,131 miles
  • 2025 – 88,324 miles
  • 2024 – 84,507 miles
  • 2023 – 80,592 miles
  • 2022 – 79,135 miles
  • 2021 – 78,596 miles
  • 2020 – 77,371 miles
  • 2019 – 76,462 miles
  • 2018 – 75,450 miles
  • 2017 – 72,863 miles
  • 2016 – 69,535 miles
  • 2015 – 67,613 miles
  • 2014 – 63,945 miles
  • 2013 – 59,045 miles
  • 2012 – 53,553 miles
  • 2011 – 43,734 miles
  • 2010 – 33,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,131 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Central heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Side repeater slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,131 miles (+1,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,131 miles
    Test number
    285907631041
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass88,324 miles (+3,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,324 miles
    Test number
    196180534702
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,507 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,507 miles
    Test number
    138844852362
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail84,495 miles (+3,903)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,495 miles
    Test number
    613105975537
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass80,592 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,592 miles
    Test number
    721142433289
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail80,591 miles (+1,456)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,591 miles
    Test number
    344256174765
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass79,135 miles (+539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    79,135 miles
    Test number
    331023344098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,596 miles (+1,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,596 miles
    Test number
    266484963031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass77,371 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    625377427528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail77,371 miles (+909)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    510935723803
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass76,462 miles (+1,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,462 miles
    Test number
    990470601459
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass75,450 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,450 miles
    Test number
    186366633576
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail75,450 miles (+2,587)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,450 miles
    Test number
    418572095511
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,863 miles
    Test number
    821331689757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail72,861 miles (+3,326)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,861 miles
    Test number
    717024049127
    • FailureCentral Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass69,535 miles (+1,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    505207667316
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass67,613 miles (+3,668)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    316384125405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise hand brake travel
    • NoteAdvise n/s front tyre on 2mm

  18. Pass63,945 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,945 miles
    Test number
    535789914250
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge of tread
    • NoteSlight roughness in nearside rear wheel bearing

  19. Fail63,940 miles (+4,895)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,940 miles
    Test number
    219908014295
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge of tread
    • NoteSlight roughness in nearside rear wheel bearing

  20. Pass59,045 miles (+5,492)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,045 miles
    Test number
    429090813248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,553 miles
    Test number
    257910342463
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Fail53,553 miles (+9,819)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,553 miles
    Test number
    995840942107
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass43,734 miles (+10,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,734 miles
    Test number
    569063161096
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  24. Pass33,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    583186650077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,302 miles1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,302 miles
    Test number
    674436750075
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about W18 ALE

Does W18 ALE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 ALE is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 ALE?
The MOT on W18 ALE is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 ALE done?
W18 ALE was recorded at 90,131 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 3,455 miles a year.
Has W18 ALE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 ALE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on W18 ALE 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 W18 ALE find?
W18 ALE passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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