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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y279 KDWMOT history

Y279 KDW is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 71,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

Y279 KDW grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,522 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 KDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 KDW was last recorded at 71,522 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,505 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
2,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,522 miles
  • 2025 – 70,737 miles
  • 2024 – 69,535 miles
  • 2023 – 68,005 miles
  • 2022 – 66,717 miles
  • 2021 – 65,556 miles
  • 2020 – 65,197 miles
  • 2019 – 62,924 miles
  • 2018 – 60,778 miles
  • 2017 – 58,403 miles
  • 2016 – 55,094 miles
  • 2015 – 53,318 miles
  • 2014 – 50,510 miles
  • 2013 – 47,818 miles
  • 2012 – 44,844 miles
  • 2011 – 41,276 miles
  • 2010 – 37,400 miles
  • 2009 – 33,231 miles
  • 2008 – 29,987 miles
  • 2007 – 27,568 miles
  • 2006 – 24,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,522 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,522 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,522 miles
    Test number
    348381580042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,505 miles (+768)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,505 miles
    Test number
    219807458075
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass70,737 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,737 miles
    Test number
    600857716442
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass69,535 miles (+1,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    364971802864
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass68,005 miles (+1,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,005 miles
    Test number
    289253900501
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside, in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass66,717 miles (+1,161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,717 miles
    Test number
    681150985403
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak slight from radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Lower panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,556 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,556 miles
    Test number
    766881764643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,554 miles (+357)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,554 miles
    Test number
    522830515720
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,197 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,197 miles
    Test number
    288412067710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail65,186 miles (+2,262)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,186 miles
    Test number
    459132990198
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass62,924 miles (+2,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,924 miles
    Test number
    186289395467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass60,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    154293686909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,778 miles (+2,375)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    521562451380
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint replacement advised (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,403 miles (+3,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,403 miles
    Test number
    729939883866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass55,094 miles (+1,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,094 miles
    Test number
    193362625830
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass53,318 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,318 miles
    Test number
    179378155091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,510 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,510 miles
    Test number
    338353764037
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass50,510 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,510 miles
    Test number
    746463364067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    336407753053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail47,818 miles (+2,974)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,818 miles
    Test number
    505577253034
    • Repaired at testWindscreen 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass44,844 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,844 miles
    Test number
    978200362052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    625484071085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,276 miles (+123)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    285464371022
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail41,153 miles (+3,753)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,153 miles
    Test number
    378577361016
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s front tyre deterioating,perishing and cracking
    • NoteSlight play o/s inner rack joint

  25. Pass37,400 miles (+4,169)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,400 miles
    Test number
    434367860098
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering rack

  26. Pass33,231 miles (+3,244)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,231 miles
    Test number
    841982969008
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteN/s rear tyre starting to perish and split

  27. Pass29,987 miles (+2,419)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,987 miles
    Test number
    584547078080
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSlight cracking on rear tyre sidewalls

  28. Pass27,568 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,568 miles
    Test number
    150205577486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,550 miles (+3,125)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,550 miles
    Test number
    774334577014
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  30. Pass24,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,425 miles
    Test number
    711415376010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y279 KDW

Does Y279 KDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 KDW is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 KDW?
The MOT on Y279 KDW is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 KDW done?
Y279 KDW was recorded at 71,522 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 2,366 miles a year.
Has Y279 KDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 KDW has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 KDW 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 Y279 KDW find?
Y279 KDW passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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