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Nissan Primastar

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,870 cc

W18 ARLMOT history

W18 ARL is a white diesel Nissan Primastar first used on 22 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 227,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

W18 ARL white Nissan Primastar – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Primastar, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
227,064 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 ARL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Primastar
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 ARL was last recorded at 227,064 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,060 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
11,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 227,064 miles
  • 2024 – 220,242 miles
  • 2023 – 208,910 miles
  • 2022 – 194,400 miles
  • 2020 – 188,375 miles
  • 2019 – 178,398 miles
  • 2018 – 169,771 miles
  • 2016 – 154,544 miles
  • 2015 – 143,144 miles
  • 2014 – 126,950 miles
  • 2013 – 115,780 miles
  • 2012 – 101,630 miles
  • 2011 – 81,996 miles
  • 2010 – 56,398 miles
  • 2009 – 35,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,064 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,064 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    227,064 miles
    Test number
    938981942232
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail227,060 miles (+84)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,060 miles
    Test number
    668864280723
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cord Exposed Inner Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not 33mm Between 8 & A (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative Switch Broken (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not 33mm Between 8 & A (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail226,976 miles (+6,734)4 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,976 miles
    Test number
    226894410121
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also cracked to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass220,242 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    220,242 miles
    Test number
    823901955679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail220,241 miles (+11,331)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,241 miles
    Test number
    821527134432
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable insecure cable fouling n s r wheel (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass208,910 miles (+14,510)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    208,910 miles
    Test number
    561058844841
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  7. Pass194,400 miles (+255)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    194,400 miles
    Test number
    443702706731
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap missing
  8. Fail194,145 miles (+5,770)1 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,145 miles
    Test number
    366428581742
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant cap missing
  9. Pass188,375 miles (+9,977)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    188,375 miles
    Test number
    750344539561
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake showing poor effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass178,398 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,398 miles
    Test number
    244605979130
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Fail178,398 miles (+8,627)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,398 miles
    Test number
    321116543273
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass169,771 miles (+13)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    169,771 miles
    Test number
    467169189917
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face is (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  13. Fail169,758 miles (+15,214)2 dangerous7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,758 miles
    Test number
    377428043916
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face is (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  14. Pass154,544 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    154,544 miles
    Test number
    605639005187
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose has some tape on it
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake not as good as other side
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  15. Fail154,544 miles (+11,400)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,544 miles
    Test number
    520971262842
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose has some tape on it
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake not as good as other side
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  16. Pass143,144 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    143,144 miles
    Test number
    398212415218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail143,057 miles (+16,107)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,057 miles
    Test number
    877750815222
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass126,950 miles (+11,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,950 miles
    Test number
    969159194106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass115,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    115,780 miles
    Test number
    305633773003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail115,780 miles (+14,150)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,780 miles
    Test number
    928883773003
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass101,630 miles (+19,634)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    101,630 miles
    Test number
    826448182012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,996 miles (+25,598)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    81,996 miles
    Test number
    295928801482
    • NoteOsr inner tyre wall minor cracks
  23. Pass56,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    141560210194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,398 miles (+21,318)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    221470310460
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  25. Pass35,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,080 miles
    Test number
    964557709136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 ARL

Does W18 ARL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 ARL is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W18 ARL?
The MOT on W18 ARL is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 ARL done?
W18 ARL was recorded at 227,064 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 11,587 miles a year.
Has W18 ARL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 ARL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on W18 ARL 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 ARL find?
W18 ARL passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases engine; front oil leak, but not excessive engine; nearside stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level.

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