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AK56 VNY

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,365 mi
Last recorded81,365 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 VNY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 81,365 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 81,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 78,985 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 73,690 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 70,289 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 63,688 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 63,688 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 54,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/50r16 81h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 53,794 miles

Front Inner brake pad wear low both sides

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 47,250 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 45,388 miles

Slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,066 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre close to wear indicators

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

high level brake light not working

Pass 19 Sep 2015 39,409 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 36,465 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 33,211 miles

front wipers slightly split

Fail 7 Sep 2013 33,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front wipers slightly split

Pass 1 Sep 2012 28,886 miles

front brake pads getting low and discs worn

n/s/r tyre on 2.0mm

Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,710 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 18,284 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 14,561 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Micra?

Based on 10,566,512 MOT tests across 827,110 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,021
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
827,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413,594
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 319,427
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 245,244
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 239,165
constant velocity joint gaiter split 210,652
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AK56 VNY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Nissan Micra models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,273 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Micra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413,594 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK56 VNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Micra typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this Nissan Micra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK56 VNY registered?

AK56 VNY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AK56 VNY safe to buy?

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