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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 998 cc

W228 JLJMOT history

W228 JLJ is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2022.

W228 JLJ red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2022
Mileage
117,759 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 JLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

W228 JLJ was last recorded at 117,759 miles on 26 Jan 2022, 8,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,858 miles · 29 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
8,901 miles
Average per year
5,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,759 miles
  • 2021 – 108,858 miles
  • 2020 – 100,026 miles
  • 2019 – 95,719 miles
  • 2018 – 91,578 miles
  • 2017 – 88,087 miles
  • 2016 – 83,207 miles
  • 2015 – 80,452 miles
  • 2014 – 76,557 miles
  • 2013 – 65,602 miles
  • 2012 – 54,807 miles
  • 2011 – 49,585 miles
  • 2010 – 42,834 miles
  • 2009 – 39,001 miles
  • 2008 – 35,785 miles
  • 2007 – 32,045 miles
  • 2006 – 28,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,759 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front radiator crossmember rusted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,759 miles (+8,901)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,759 miles
    Test number
    261936430727
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front radiator crossmember rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass108,858 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,858 miles
    Test number
    453382036086
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail108,858 miles (+8,832)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,858 miles
    Test number
    779896125411
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,026 miles
    Test number
    254366048507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail100,026 miles (+4,307)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,026 miles
    Test number
    556423171187
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass95,719 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,719 miles
    Test number
    674803992073
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  7. Fail95,719 miles (+4,141)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,719 miles
    Test number
    429738668247
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  8. Pass91,578 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,578 miles
    Test number
    587706344280
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail91,568 miles (+3,481)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    709689056833
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel Arch Lower (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass88,087 miles (+4,880)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,087 miles
    Test number
    897459808039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,207 miles
    Test number
    489536976131
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail83,207 miles (+2,755)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,207 miles
    Test number
    409658823920
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass80,452 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,452 miles
    Test number
    658865965071
    • NoteFront crossmember slightly corroded.

  14. Fail80,423 miles (+3,866)1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    608849655038
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass76,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,557 miles
    Test number
    475092954089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,557 miles (+10,955)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,557 miles
    Test number
    866242154062
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass65,602 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,602 miles
    Test number
    617452953053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,601 miles (+10,794)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,601 miles
    Test number
    515951553005
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass54,807 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    54,807 miles
    Test number
    409415252091
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail54,807 miles (+5,222)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,807 miles
    Test number
    967395152047
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass49,585 miles (+6,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,585 miles
    Test number
    325748731097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail42,834 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    682489930043
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  23. Pass42,834 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    834319130079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,001 miles (+3,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,001 miles
    Test number
    283361059092
    • 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)

  25. Pass35,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,785 miles
    Test number
    762418958017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail35,785 miles (+3,740)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,785 miles
    Test number
    861188258072
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass32,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,045 miles
    Test number
    694399357074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,045 miles (+3,950)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,045 miles
    Test number
    131049357014
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass28,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,095 miles
    Test number
    330298556092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 JLJ

Does W228 JLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 JLJ expired on 2 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 JLJ?
The MOT on W228 JLJ expired on 2 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 JLJ done?
W228 JLJ was recorded at 117,759 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2022, an average of 5,635 miles a year.
Has W228 JLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 JLJ has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on W228 JLJ 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 W228 JLJ find?
W228 JLJ failed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2022 with 4 major defects and 7 advisories: front windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road; nearside front windscreen wiper not working; offside front headlamp aim too high, and 8 more.

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