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Nissan Micra

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 998 cc

Y878 KCHMOT history

Y878 KCH is a grey petrol Nissan Micra first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 65,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

Y878 KCH grey Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
65,565 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 KCH
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
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 KCH was last recorded at 65,565 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,561 miles · 14 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 65,565 miles
  • 2020 – 63,460 miles
  • 2019 – 61,640 miles
  • 2018 – 59,015 miles
  • 2017 – 56,669 miles
  • 2016 – 54,614 miles
  • 2015 – 51,964 miles
  • 2014 – 50,094 miles
  • 2013 – 47,550 miles
  • 2012 – 44,818 miles
  • 2011 – 41,929 miles
  • 2010 – 38,985 miles
  • 2009 – 35,603 miles
  • 2008 – 31,716 miles
  • 2007 – 27,750 miles
  • 2006 – 23,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,565 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded,some areas weakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake lever has slight travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,565 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,565 miles
    Test number
    562343702365
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded,some areas weak

  2. Fail65,561 miles (+2,101)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,561 miles
    Test number
    390972029993
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and flitch plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded,some areas weak

  3. Pass63,460 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,460 miles
    Test number
    539517778974
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r + o/s/r and front outer sill covered in undersealer rear n/s & o/s inner sills as well
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

  4. Fail63,460 miles (+1,820)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,460 miles
    Test number
    331488799877
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength & outer sill + lower whee larch area (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))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced end panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength + inside whee larch lower area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight travel

  5. Pass61,640 miles (+2,625)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2020
    Odometer
    61,640 miles
    Test number
    939883744964
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass59,015 miles (+2,346)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,015 miles
    Test number
    388499105485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass56,669 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,669 miles
    Test number
    829871113996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,614 miles
    Test number
    255435569701
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail54,614 miles (+2,650)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,614 miles
    Test number
    577041424299
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass51,964 miles (+1,870)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,964 miles
    Test number
    575679595042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in osf rack end

  11. Pass50,094 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,094 miles
    Test number
    206262414410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,550 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,550 miles
    Test number
    558890803107
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass47,550 miles (+2,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,550 miles
    Test number
    808210603187
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass44,818 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,818 miles
    Test number
    477237102173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,929 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,929 miles
    Test number
    535281701189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,985 miles
    Test number
    413368580013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,985 miles (+3,382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,985 miles
    Test number
    591388780083
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass35,603 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,603 miles
    Test number
    963621119170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,716 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,716 miles
    Test number
    430182308148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,750 miles (+4,276)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,750 miles
    Test number
    384890017138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,474 miles
    Test number
    573624216127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 KCH

Does Y878 KCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 KCH expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 KCH?
The MOT on Y878 KCH expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 KCH done?
Y878 KCH was recorded at 65,565 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 2,690 miles a year.
Has Y878 KCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 KCH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y878 KCH 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 Y878 KCH find?
Y878 KCH passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; brake pipes corroded; underbody and suspension corroded,some areas weak.

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