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DE56 CWL

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

91,537 mi
Last recorded91,537 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 CWL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 91,537 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2025 91,537 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 91,178 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 90,355 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 89,395 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 88,146 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 87,405 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 85,531 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 83,510 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 81,242 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 77,896 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 72,760 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 67,908 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 59,898 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 50,852 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 42,627 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,403 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 28,183 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 28,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DE56 CWL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DE56 CWL, 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 DE56 CWL registered?

DE56 CWL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is DE56 CWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 CWL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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