The road tax status for LW51 ELX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LW51 ELX?

The MOT for LW51 ELX is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of LW51 ELX?

The recorded mileage for LW51 ELX is 68,924 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LW51 ELX ULEZ compliant?

No, LW51 ELX does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · LW51 ELX

LW51 ELX

2002 Nissan Micra (1.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 68,924 miles. MOT valid until 09 Aug 2027.

Make & Model: NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin: 2002 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 09 Aug 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 68,924 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2002

Engine

998cc

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LW51 ELX Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
68,924 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (15 mentions)

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LW51 ELX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Nov 2026, 02:20

MOT Analysis

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Nissan Micra (LW51 ELX) between May 2006 and August 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (15 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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LW51 ELX Mileage History

18/05/200625,418 mi
17/05/200729,934 mi+4,516 mi
18/06/200833,837 mi+3,903 mi
19/05/200937,115 mi+3,278 mi
30/07/201038,717 mi+1,602 mi
13/07/201140,623 mi+1,906 mi
28/07/201241,346 mi+723 mi
27/07/201341,875 mi+529 mi
24/07/201442,611 mi+736 mi
24/07/201442,611 mi
23/07/201543,578 mi+967 mi
12/07/201644,202 mi+624 mi
05/08/201744,789 mi+587 mi
03/08/201845,762 mi+973 mi
03/08/201845,762 mi
26/07/201946,701 mi+939 mi
26/07/201946,701 mi
20/07/202047,205 mi+504 mi
20/07/202047,205 mi
22/07/202147,746 mi+541 mi
26/07/202147,760 mi+14 mi
14/07/202248,426 mi+666 mi
11/07/202349,323 mi+897 mi
12/07/202349,326 mi+3 mi
25/07/202453,963 mi+4,637 mi
11/08/202563,741 mi+9,778 mi
11/08/202563,741 mi
10/08/202668,924 mi+5,183 mi
10/08/202668,924 mi

Average of roughly 2,151 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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Known faults for Nissan Nissan Micra Mk2 (K11)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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