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Nissan Almera

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,769 cc

Y296 JBWMOT history

Y296 JBW is a blue petrol Nissan Almera first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 125,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2025
Mileage
125,030 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2024
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 JBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,769 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 JBW was last recorded at 125,030 miles on 18 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2024: 125,030 miles, lower than 127,472 miles on 8 Apr 2024.

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
127,472 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Average per year
5,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,030 miles
  • 2022 – 119,170 miles
  • 2021 – 110,599 miles
  • 2020 – 103,009 miles
  • 2019 – 95,845 miles
  • 2018 – 85,182 miles
  • 2017 – 80,950 miles
  • 2016 – 77,001 miles
  • 2015 – 73,307 miles
  • 2014 – 69,389 miles
  • 2013 – 64,872 miles
  • 2012 – 61,608 miles
  • 2011 – 57,143 miles
  • 2010 – 52,424 miles
  • 2009 – 46,225 miles
  • 2008 – 41,747 miles
  • 2007 – 37,623 miles
  • 2006 – 31,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,030 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle corodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,030 miles (-2,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,030 miles
    Test number
    263952939916
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle coroded

  2. Fail127,472 miles (+8,302)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,472 miles
    Test number
    400793833481
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle coroded

  3. Pass119,170 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,170 miles
    Test number
    926950825716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail119,170 miles (+8,571)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,170 miles
    Test number
    350673101143
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,599 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,599 miles
    Test number
    526449836483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail110,559 miles (+7,550)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,559 miles
    Test number
    739244078152
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,009 miles
    Test number
    691697074380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail103,009 miles (+7,164)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,009 miles
    Test number
    866636555572
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass95,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,845 miles
    Test number
    368737914899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,824 miles1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,824 miles
    Test number
    746023293839
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe and filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail95,824 miles (+10,642)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,824 miles
    Test number
    369925322924
    • MajorEmissions not tested Unable to test due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe and filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass85,182 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,182 miles
    Test number
    509556621388
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipe corroded

  13. Fail85,177 miles (+120)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,177 miles
    Test number
    882760551017
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis box (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipe corroded

  14. Fail85,057 miles (+4,107)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,057 miles
    Test number
    783767524818
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe damaged fuel lines & filler neck badly corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass80,950 miles (+42)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,950 miles
    Test number
    374638215551
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear fuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fuel supply pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail80,908 miles (+3,907)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,908 miles
    Test number
    365147710019
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear fuel filler pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fuel supply pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass77,001 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    383475691462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,970 miles (+3,663)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,970 miles
    Test number
    369045125078
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  19. Pass73,307 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,307 miles
    Test number
    847557913157
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail73,307 miles (+3,918)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,307 miles
    Test number
    938168589199
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass69,389 miles (+4,517)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,389 miles
    Test number
    399651424210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,872 miles (+3,264)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,872 miles
    Test number
    738285813234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,608 miles (+4,465)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,608 miles
    Test number
    259564232246
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteN/S/R tyre 2mm tread depth

  24. Pass57,143 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,143 miles
    Test number
    738853441218
    • NoteN/s wiper blade slightly deterioated
    • NoteO/s wiper blade slightly deterioated

  25. Fail57,143 miles (+4,719)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,143 miles
    Test number
    466762041211
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade slightly deterioated
    • NoteO/s wiper blade slightly deterioated

  26. Pass52,424 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,424 miles
    Test number
    394601910409
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight drag nearside front brake
    • NoteWear front brake discs

  27. Fail52,424 miles (+6,199)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,424 miles
    Test number
    490151110244
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight drag nearside front brake
    • NoteWear front brake discs

  28. Pass46,225 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,225 miles
    Test number
    610789399017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,747 miles
    Test number
    834582908179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,747 miles (+4,124)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,747 miles
    Test number
    602831608165
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass37,623 miles (+6,097)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,623 miles
    Test number
    990980597051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass31,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,526 miles
    Test number
    342340586058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 JBW

Does Y296 JBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 JBW expired on 17 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 JBW?
The MOT on Y296 JBW expired on 17 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 JBW done?
Y296 JBW was recorded at 125,030 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2024, an average of 5,172 miles a year.
Has Y296 JBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 JBW has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y296 JBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y296 JBW find?
Y296 JBW passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2024 with 4 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre slightly damaged; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side, and 1 more.

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