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CV56 XHU

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

95,328 mi
Last recorded95,328 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 XHU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 95,328 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 87,093 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 76,246 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer clamp broken

Pass 7 Nov 2022 67,071 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil unable to verify due to weather (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 59,078 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust joint corroded and slight blow

Fail 16 Nov 2021 59,078 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust joint corroded and slight blow

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 53,475 miles

rear exhaustn joint/clamp corroding

Pass 12 Nov 2019 52,017 miles

High level brake light not working

Pass 20 Nov 2018 49,955 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 48,604 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both blades starting to split

Fail 26 Oct 2017 48,604 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

both blades starting to split

Pass 26 Oct 2016 43,978 miles

both front tyres have heavy cracking around inner side walls

nail in near side rear tyre

Fail 26 Oct 2016 43,978 miles

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

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

both front tyres have heavy cracking around inner side walls

nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 2 Nov 2015 35,820 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 34,607 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 29,793 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 29,793 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front wipers juddering

Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,942 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 18,997 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 13,576 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 7,932 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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CV56 XHU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CV56 XHU, 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 CV56 XHU registered?

CV56 XHU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is CV56 XHU safe to buy?

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