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AO56 ANV

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

101,222 mi
Last recorded101,222 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 ANV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 101,222 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 101,222 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 92,580 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 89,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 88,549 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 84,788 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 84,787 miles

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2020 70,310 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Nov 2019 68,658 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 68,658 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 64,284 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in B zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 61,353 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 61,353 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 57,907 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 57,907 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 53,719 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 47,613 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 47,613 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake Discs Corroded On Inner Face

Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,065 miles

bothj front wiper blades are split. still clear screen.

exhaust rear box clamp is corroded. exhaust is still secure.

offside rear wheel bearing is noisy when wheel is rotated but not rough.

Pass 20 Nov 2012 38,665 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 38,665 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 34,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 25,999 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 25,999 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,566 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 17,246 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 ANV is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ANV, 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 AO56 ANV registered?

AO56 ANV is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AO56 ANV safe to buy?

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