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Nissan Micra

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y229 DMSMOT history

Y229 DMS is a green petrol Nissan Micra first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 68,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

Y229 DMS green Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,381 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 DMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 DMS was last recorded at 68,381 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 5,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,863 miles · 1 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,518 miles
Average per year
2,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,381 miles
  • 2022 – 62,863 miles
  • 2021 – 56,165 miles
  • 2020 – 49,650 miles
  • 2019 – 41,349 miles
  • 2018 – 36,377 miles
  • 2017 – 31,276 miles
  • 2016 – 22,373 miles
  • 2015 – 21,852 miles
  • 2014 – 21,666 miles
  • 2013 – 21,405 miles
  • 2012 – 21,182 miles
  • 2011 – 20,896 miles
  • 2010 – 20,592 miles
  • 2009 – 19,692 miles
  • 2008 – 18,771 miles
  • 2007 – 18,162 miles
  • 2006 – 17,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,381 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (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.

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,381 miles (+5,518)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    656595210564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass62,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,863 miles
    Test number
    508494882529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail62,863 miles (+6,698)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,863 miles
    Test number
    562759863863
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass56,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,165 miles
    Test number
    384193278621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail56,165 miles (+6,515)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,165 miles
    Test number
    300853679234
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass49,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    402828296043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail49,650 miles (+8,301)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    296118097362
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass41,349 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,349 miles
    Test number
    494402657010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,339 miles (+4,962)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    754454761395
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass36,377 miles (+5,101)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    36,377 miles
    Test number
    801031624252
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass31,276 miles (+8,903)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,276 miles
    Test number
    893831350578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,373 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,373 miles
    Test number
    253857709853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,852 miles
    Test number
    617814855153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail21,848 miles (+182)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,848 miles
    Test number
    187864555124
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass21,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    21,666 miles
    Test number
    498974654141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,666 miles (+261)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,666 miles
    Test number
    586153354123
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass21,405 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,405 miles
    Test number
    946649643124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,182 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,182 miles
    Test number
    388273552126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,896 miles (+304)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,896 miles
    Test number
    598252051146
    • NoteO/s/f side wall cracking
    • NoteO/s/r side wall cracking

  20. Pass20,592 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,592 miles
    Test number
    243462750166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,692 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,692 miles
    Test number
    253067749133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,771 miles (+609)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,771 miles
    Test number
    610157358163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,162 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,162 miles
    Test number
    724081957135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,185 miles
    Test number
    292161656125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 DMS

Does Y229 DMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 DMS is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 DMS?
The MOT on Y229 DMS is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 DMS done?
Y229 DMS was recorded at 68,381 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,586 miles a year.
Has Y229 DMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 DMS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y229 DMS 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 Y229 DMS find?
Y229 DMS passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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