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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,348 cc

Y263 MLGMOT history

Y263 MLG is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

Y263 MLG grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
72,550 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 MLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,348 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y263 MLG was last recorded at 72,550 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 3,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Oct 2023: 68,191 miles, lower than 96,607 miles on 27 Oct 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,021 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,529 miles
Average per year
2,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,550 miles
  • 2025 – 69,021 miles
  • 2023 – 68,196 miles
  • 2022 – 96,607 miles
  • 2021 – 84,314 miles
  • 2020 – 68,173 miles
  • 2019 – 51,308 miles
  • 2018 – 43,503 miles
  • 2017 – 36,730 miles
  • 2016 – 35,253 miles
  • 2015 – 34,892 miles
  • 2014 – 34,637 miles
  • 2013 – 34,411 miles
  • 2012 – 34,124 miles
  • 2011 – 33,658 miles
  • 2010 – 33,306 miles
  • 2009 – 32,930 miles
  • 2008 – 32,468 miles
  • 2007 – 31,956 miles
  • 2006 – 30,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,550 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,550 miles (+3,529)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,550 miles
    Test number
    165841671324
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass69,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    625955596930
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been welded and undersealed

  3. Fail69,021 miles (+825)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    114640201955
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been welded and undersealed

  4. Pass68,196 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,196 miles
    Test number
    780226351686
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail68,191 miles (-28,416)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,191 miles
    Test number
    879278466209
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,607 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,607 miles
    Test number
    926561025198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Fail96,607 miles (+12,293)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,607 miles
    Test number
    408310369921
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  8. Pass84,314 miles (+16,141)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,314 miles
    Test number
    196210721719
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass68,173 miles (+16,865)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,173 miles
    Test number
    259610764422
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass51,308 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,308 miles
    Test number
    144714263600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,503 miles (+6,773)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,503 miles
    Test number
    745839994545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    754587519759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,730 miles (+1,477)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    567595960086
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass35,253 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,253 miles
    Test number
    163049182624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,892 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    616247725282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,637 miles (+226)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,637 miles
    Test number
    945430134285
    • NoteNearside front and both offside tyre sidewalls cracking

  17. Pass34,411 miles (+287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,411 miles
    Test number
    299799333202
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyre have surface cracks

  18. Pass34,124 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,124 miles
    Test number
    446794642235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,658 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,658 miles
    Test number
    205012341260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,306 miles (+376)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,306 miles
    Test number
    301665130427
    • NoteAll four tyres outer sidewalls cracking

  21. Pass32,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    222347839242
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail32,930 miles (+462)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,930 miles
    Test number
    812206739260
    • FailureBrake valve has an excessive discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass32,468 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,468 miles
    Test number
    561582448294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,956 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,956 miles
    Test number
    774415637260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,971 miles
    Test number
    620045436260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 MLG

Does Y263 MLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y263 MLG expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y263 MLG?
The MOT on Y263 MLG expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y263 MLG done?
Y263 MLG was recorded at 72,550 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,123 miles a year.
Has Y263 MLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 MLG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y263 MLG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y263 MLG find?
Y263 MLG failed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near shock absorber mounting; offside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 5 more.

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