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CX56 YLJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

108,156 mi
Last recorded108,156 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 YLJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 108,156 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2026 108,154 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 105,631 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 105,631 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2024 104,466 miles

Front Pads low Slight bind nearside front

Pass 3 Mar 2023 101,565 miles

Slight bind nearside front

Tyres perished

Fail 2 Mar 2023 101,565 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Leak center box (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Slight bind nearside front

Pass 24 Feb 2022 97,602 miles

Exhaust blowing Center box

Fail 24 Feb 2022

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Exhaust blowing Center box

Pass 3 Mar 2021 93,941 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Crack on middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 93,937 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Crack on middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 90,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight leak on middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Washer jet only works on one jet

Fail 27 Feb 2020 90,673 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight leak on middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Washer jet only works on one jet

Pass 1 Mar 2019 88,276 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 85,027 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 79,846 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 69,959 miles

O/s front tyre perished

Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,865 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 57,444 miles

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

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 28 Sep 2012 53,413 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 49,349 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 45,457 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 34,309 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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CX56 YLJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 CX56 YLJ, 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 CX56 YLJ registered?

CX56 YLJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 October 2006.

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