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Nissan Highway Star

White · Diesel · 2000 · 3,000 cc

W685 UTFMOT history

W685 UTF is a white diesel Nissan Highway Star first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2022 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,034 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2022
Mileage
158,034 km
At MOT on 18 Aug 2022
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
W685 UTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Highway Star
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

W685 UTF was last recorded at 158,034 km on 18 Aug 2022, 4,738 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,296 km · 1 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,738 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,034 km
  • 2021 – 153,296 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,034 km
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,034 km (+4,738)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,034 km
    Test number
    688528931039
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,296 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    153,296 km
    Test number
    211993750601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail153,296 km2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,296 km
    Test number
    476665065094
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,250 miles (+4,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    148,250 miles
    Test number
    699318526506
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass143,636 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    143,636 miles
    Test number
    238301892086
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail143,632 miles (+8,730)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,632 miles
    Test number
    535087265894
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear rearmost unprotected ends corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/s/r, n/s/r/r
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn well below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox/sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass134,902 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    134,902 miles
    Test number
    636704040624
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O//s/r, n/s/rr
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail134,902 miles (+5,286)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,902 miles
    Test number
    881259755675
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O//s/r, n/s/rr
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,616 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    129,616 miles
    Test number
    241747761696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rearmost
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail129,614 miles (+7,157)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,614 miles
    Test number
    116799241141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rearmost
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass122,457 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,457 miles
    Test number
    141763669058
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail122,450 miles (+7,146)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,450 miles
    Test number
    704589487389
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal Steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass115,304 miles (+8,777)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,304 miles
    Test number
    135636925248
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight binding on both front brakes

  14. Pass106,527 miles (+310)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,527 miles
    Test number
    396614254271
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail106,217 miles (+14,095)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    768477564176
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass92,122 miles (+321)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    92,122 miles
    Test number
    886779063161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  17. Fail91,801 miles (+12,583)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,801 miles
    Test number
    847122863162
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  18. Pass79,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    79,218 miles
    Test number
    239338872180
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about W685 UTF

Does W685 UTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W685 UTF expired on 13 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W685 UTF?
The MOT on W685 UTF expired on 13 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W685 UTF done?
W685 UTF was recorded at 158,034 km at its MOT on 18 Aug 2022.
Has W685 UTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W685 UTF has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on W685 UTF 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 W685 UTF find?
W685 UTF failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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