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Nissan Micra

Green and Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,348 cc

Y279 HDYMOT history

Y279 HDY is a green and grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 77,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

Y279 HDY green Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2026
Mileage
77,519 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 HDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Green and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,348 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 HDY was last recorded at 77,519 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 2,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Mar 2021: 63,029 miles, lower than 119,202 miles on 9 Mar 2021.

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
74,700 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,819 miles
Average per year
3,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,519 miles
  • 2024 – 74,700 miles
  • 2023 – 70,527 miles
  • 2022 – 66,677 miles
  • 2021 – 63,029 miles
  • 2020 – 60,297 miles
  • 2019 – 60,281 miles
  • 2018 – 54,024 miles
  • 2017 – 48,985 miles
  • 2016 – 41,759 miles
  • 2015 – 38,726 miles
  • 2014 – 35,701 miles
  • 2013 – 31,700 miles
  • 2012 – 29,104 miles
  • 2011 – 28,235 miles
  • 2009 – 26,776 miles
  • 2008 – 25,914 miles
  • 2007 – 22,256 miles
  • 2006 – 19,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,519 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,519 miles (+2,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,519 miles
    Test number
    372195847031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass74,700 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,700 miles
    Test number
    766818302968
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail74,686 miles (+4,159)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,686 miles
    Test number
    956786705933
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass70,527 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,527 miles
    Test number
    296196858123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,500 miles (+3,823)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,500 miles
    Test number
    912836338195
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,677 miles (+3,648)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,677 miles
    Test number
    533953778026
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,029 miles (-56,173)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,029 miles
    Test number
    741046636250
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  8. Fail119,202 miles (+58,905)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    772198627210
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel well area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel well area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,297 miles (+16)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,297 miles
    Test number
    988007257840
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail60,281 miles (+6,257)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,281 miles
    Test number
    228926082935
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill marked white (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass54,024 miles (+494)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    746482006315
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Fail53,530 miles (+4,545)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    278224070549
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected body sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass48,985 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    496285489737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on

  14. Fail48,985 miles (+7,226)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    745852666041
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on

  15. Pass41,759 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    381660494371
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen does not impair drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper blade slightly split

  16. Fail41,759 miles (+3,033)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    324096816061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen does not impair drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper blade slightly split

  17. Pass38,726 miles (+3,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,726 miles
    Test number
    629099855180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass35,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,701 miles
    Test number
    276892684145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,701 miles (+4,001)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,701 miles
    Test number
    756182584145
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass31,700 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,700 miles
    Test number
    368165973101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,104 miles
    Test number
    429685292146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,104 miles (+869)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,104 miles
    Test number
    256692492401
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass28,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,235 miles
    Test number
    126829051187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,235 miles (+1,459)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,235 miles
    Test number
    315782051110
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSurface cut outter wall n/s/r tyre

  25. Pass26,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,776 miles
    Test number
    211494339022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,776 miles (+862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,776 miles
    Test number
    343958629009
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass25,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,914 miles
    Test number
    520127718030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,910 miles (+3,654)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,910 miles
    Test number
    624697818092
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  29. Pass22,256 miles (+2,865)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,256 miles
    Test number
    554232037018
    • NoteSurface cut otter wall n/s/r tyre

  30. Pass19,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,391 miles
    Test number
    840678946084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail19,391 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,391 miles
    Test number
    113117446093
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y279 HDY

Does Y279 HDY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 HDY expired on 24 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 HDY?
The MOT on Y279 HDY expired on 24 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 HDY done?
Y279 HDY was recorded at 77,519 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 3,030 miles a year.
Has Y279 HDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 HDY has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y279 HDY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y279 HDY find?
Y279 HDY passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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