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Nissan Almera

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,497 cc

Y38 MCAMOT history

Y38 MCA is a grey petrol Nissan Almera first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 43,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
43,868 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Almera
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 MCA was last recorded at 43,868 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,035 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
833 miles
Average per year
1,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,868 miles
  • 2025 – 43,035 miles
  • 2024 – 42,367 miles
  • 2023 – 41,687 miles
  • 2022 – 40,903 miles
  • 2021 – 39,488 miles
  • 2020 – 38,494 miles
  • 2019 – 37,064 miles
  • 2018 – 35,953 miles
  • 2017 – 35,307 miles
  • 2016 – 34,530 miles
  • 2015 – 33,860 miles
  • 2014 – 32,777 miles
  • 2013 – 31,376 miles
  • 2012 – 30,001 miles
  • 2011 – 28,470 miles
  • 2010 – 26,903 miles
  • 2009 – 25,623 miles
  • 2008 – 23,017 miles
  • 2007 – 20,357 miles
  • 2006 – 17,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,868 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,868 miles (+833)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    43,868 miles
    Test number
    978983336905
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded

  2. Pass43,035 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,035 miles
    Test number
    841891339501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail43,035 miles (+668)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,035 miles
    Test number
    837162250280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass42,367 miles (+680)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,367 miles
    Test number
    108378059359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass41,687 miles (+784)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    41,687 miles
    Test number
    346391888181
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass40,903 miles (+1,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,903 miles
    Test number
    302054294904
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass39,488 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,488 miles
    Test number
    486759684403
    • 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))

  8. Fail39,478 miles (+984)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,478 miles
    Test number
    805980500162
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass38,494 miles (+1,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,494 miles
    Test number
    984238721837
    • 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))

  10. Pass37,064 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,064 miles
    Test number
    776189884062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,953 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    808501520186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,307 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,307 miles
    Test number
    362857326006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,530 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,530 miles
    Test number
    824548445055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,860 miles (+1,083)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,860 miles
    Test number
    725800575049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,777 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,777 miles
    Test number
    779062674022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,376 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,376 miles
    Test number
    238483973029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,001 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    486505272092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,470 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,470 miles
    Test number
    775923371039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,903 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,903 miles
    Test number
    204115870026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,623 miles (+2,606)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,623 miles
    Test number
    794056079072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,017 miles (+2,660)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,017 miles
    Test number
    661527778052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,357 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,357 miles
    Test number
    454808677069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,260 miles
    Test number
    440306376050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 MCA

Does Y38 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y38 MCA is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y38 MCA?
The MOT on Y38 MCA is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y38 MCA done?
Y38 MCA was recorded at 43,868 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 1,331 miles a year.
Has Y38 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 MCA has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y38 MCA 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 Y38 MCA find?
Y38 MCA passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; drive belt worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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