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AO56 AKJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,058 mi
Last recorded57,058 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 AKJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 57,058 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 57,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 55,157 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 52,970 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 50,649 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 48,122 miles

Horn working but not very loud

Pass 10 Aug 2021 45,871 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 43,714 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 41,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall deterioating (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 37,372 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 32,456 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 28,914 miles

o/s/f and n/s/r tyres cracking on sidewall

Pass 13 Aug 2015 26,566 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 23,764 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 20,488 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 17,674 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 17,674 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 15,461 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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AO56 AKJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO56 AKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO56 AKJ registered?

AO56 AKJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is AO56 AKJ safe to buy?

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