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AP56 EXJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

63,391 mi
Last recorded63,391 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 EXJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 63,391 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 61,542 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 60,169 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 57,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge 165/70t14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 57,427 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge 165/70t14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 54,384 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 54,383 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 51,697 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 49,209 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 49,209 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 45,721 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 42,500 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured wing (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 38,975 miles

Front tyres badly worn on the tread shoulders

More than normal parking brake travel

Pass 24 Nov 2015 35,564 miles

Expired tax disc on display

Front tyres worn on the tread shoulders

Items removed from the drivers view prior to starting the inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2014 92,456 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 28,392 miles

Front brake pads getting low

More than normal parking brake lever travel

Rear tyres aged and perished

Offside front tyre aged, perished and worn close to the limits

Fail 6 Dec 2012 25,066 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 25,066 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 21,587 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 18,548 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 18,548 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 15,111 miles

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

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 EXJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey 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 EXJ, 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 EXJ registered?

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

Is AP56 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP56 EXJ 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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