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AP56 EXC

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

151,918 mi
Last recorded151,918 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 EXC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 151,918 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 150,480 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 150,468 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 148,709 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 146,042 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres cracked and perished on edges

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2021 144,168 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 144,167 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2020 142,172 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow at the flange connecting the front and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Light scoring on the inner and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Between engine and bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Light scoring on the inner and outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 140,071 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 26 Nov 2019 140,071 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 131,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 121,015 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 110,815 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Fail 5 Dec 2016 110,815 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 30 Nov 2015 100,387 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly and down on performance

Fail 8 Dec 2014 91,770 miles

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

front exhaust heat shield loose and rattling

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Dec 2014 91,770 miles

front exhaust heat shield loose and rattling

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Dec 2013 82,580 miles

front brake application slightly uneven o/s lowest

Pass 3 Dec 2012 71,564 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 60,877 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 48,599 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 35,178 miles

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

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

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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AP56 EXC is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AP56 EXC, 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 AP56 EXC registered?

AP56 EXC is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is AP56 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP56 EXC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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