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Nissan Micra

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,348 cc

Y881 KARMOT history

Y881 KAR is a red petrol Nissan Micra first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 73,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

Y881 KAR red Nissan Micra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Nissan Micra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
73,003 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 KAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Micra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,348 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 KAR was last recorded at 73,003 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 1,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,823 miles · 24 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,180 miles
Average per year
1,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,003 miles
  • 2023 – 71,823 miles
  • 2022 – 69,490 miles
  • 2020 – 63,552 miles
  • 2019 – 63,497 miles
  • 2018 – 62,267 miles
  • 2017 – 57,847 miles
  • 2016 – 50,864 miles
  • 2015 – 47,236 miles
  • 2014 – 46,351 miles
  • 2013 – 45,693 miles
  • 2012 – 45,177 miles
  • 2011 – 44,691 miles
  • 2010 – 43,997 miles
  • 2008 – 43,331 miles
  • 2007 – 41,759 miles
  • 2005 – 40,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,003 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,003 miles (+1,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    967376186405
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass71,823 miles (+2,333)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    191420262227
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass69,490 miles (+5,938)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,490 miles
    Test number
    471182172256
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass63,552 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,552 miles
    Test number
    807517236344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,497 miles (+1,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,497 miles
    Test number
    515245042523
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly cracked and perished
    • 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))

  6. Pass62,267 miles (+4,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,267 miles
    Test number
    300508485678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn and cracking up on edges,becoming low on tread
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryWheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

  7. Pass57,847 miles (+6,983)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,847 miles
    Test number
    457644081829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,864 miles (+3,628)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,864 miles
    Test number
    246835652678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,236 miles (+885)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,236 miles
    Test number
    386752645006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,351 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,351 miles
    Test number
    648243024030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,693 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,693 miles
    Test number
    736195943085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,177 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,177 miles
    Test number
    727226042060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,691 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    397577941020
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass44,691 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    755517541031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,997 miles (+666)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,997 miles
    Test number
    931128410092
    • NoteNearside rear service and handbrake only just sufficient to pass brake efficency test

  16. Pass43,331 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,331 miles
    Test number
    470537658348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,627 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,627 miles
    Test number
    124248608001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,759 miles (+1,462)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    581361517050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    944420755390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 KAR

Does Y881 KAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 KAR is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 KAR?
The MOT on Y881 KAR is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 KAR done?
Y881 KAR was recorded at 73,003 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 1,611 miles a year.
Has Y881 KAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 KAR has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2011.
Has the mileage on Y881 KAR 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 Y881 KAR find?
Y881 KAR passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: general under body corrosion; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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