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CV56 XHX

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

83,378 mi
Last recorded83,378 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 XHX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 83,378 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Slightly Cracking / Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Heatshield Insecure

Fail 7 Nov 2025 83,377 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective Clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Slightly Cracking / Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Heatshield Insecure

Pass 23 Oct 2024 81,691 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 81,691 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 79,929 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 79,928 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded CROSS (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 78,297 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 76,237 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CROSS (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 71,361 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 71,361 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 63,172 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 63,172 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 50,632 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 50,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust clamp excessively corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2016 42,999 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 32,147 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,473 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 30,526 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 29,376 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 28,300 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,126 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,718 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 XHX is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 CV56 XHX, 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 XHX registered?

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

Is CV56 XHX safe to buy?

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