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Nissan Micra

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 998 cc

X38 MABMOT history

X38 MAB is a blue petrol Nissan Micra first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

X38 MAB blue Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,420 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 MAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 MAB was last recorded at 131,420 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 70 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,350 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
70 miles
Average per year
4,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,420 miles
  • 2025 – 121,176 miles
  • 2024 – 111,028 miles
  • 2023 – 103,625 miles
  • 2020 – 97,605 miles
  • 2019 – 89,883 miles
  • 2018 – 82,966 miles
  • 2017 – 77,422 miles
  • 2016 – 69,874 miles
  • 2015 – 63,477 miles
  • 2014 – 57,524 miles
  • 2013 – 53,187 miles
  • 2012 – 50,431 miles
  • 2011 – 48,117 miles
  • 2010 – 46,360 miles
  • 2008 – 45,254 miles
  • 2007 – 43,271 miles
  • 2006 – 40,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,420 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside and nearside front brake disc slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,420 miles (+70)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,420 miles
    Test number
    174746597578
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail131,350 miles (+10,174)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,350 miles
    Test number
    647042336092
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass121,176 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    121,176 miles
    Test number
    703067500051
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,176 miles (+10,148)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,176 miles
    Test number
    310624905888
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,028 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,028 miles
    Test number
    947841902152
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail111,028 miles (+7,403)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,028 miles
    Test number
    492708763082
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass103,625 miles (+6,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,625 miles
    Test number
    117369614765
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass97,605 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,605 miles
    Test number
    715603407771
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail97,605 miles (+7,722)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,605 miles
    Test number
    998526247099
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,883 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,883 miles
    Test number
    647361022854
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake disc slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear coil springs slightly corroded

  11. Fail89,880 miles (+6,914)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    144583167056
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake disc slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear coil springs slightly corroded

  12. Pass82,966 miles (+5,544)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    481844667158
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass77,422 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,422 miles
    Test number
    165950682851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail77,421 miles (+7,547)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,421 miles
    Test number
    916525984595
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass69,874 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,874 miles
    Test number
    746183584613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail69,851 miles (+6,374)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    784634304878
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass63,477 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,477 miles
    Test number
    106083365088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  18. Fail63,477 miles (+5,953)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,477 miles
    Test number
    379392565070
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  19. Pass57,524 miles (+4,337)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,524 miles
    Test number
    987325164092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Pass53,187 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,187 miles
    Test number
    556608763051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,431 miles (+2,314)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,431 miles
    Test number
    977264512049
    • NoteN/s/f drive shaft cv joint slight cracking, ADVISE

  22. Pass48,117 miles (+1,757)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    599061411060
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked in various places due to age
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

  23. Pass46,360 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,360 miles
    Test number
    174301620439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,254 miles
    Test number
    603380648345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,252 miles (+1,981)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,252 miles
    Test number
    474450848468
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  26. Pass43,271 miles (+2,469)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,271 miles
    Test number
    991299017386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,802 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,802 miles
    Test number
    212610606332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,815 miles
    Test number
    252869926481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X38 MAB

Does X38 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X38 MAB is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X38 MAB?
The MOT on X38 MAB is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X38 MAB done?
X38 MAB was recorded at 131,420 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,635 miles a year.
Has X38 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 MAB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X38 MAB 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 X38 MAB find?
X38 MAB passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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