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DE56 VAO

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,657 mi
Last recorded52,657 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 VAO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 52,657 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2025 52,656 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 45,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 40,679 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured ALL 4 BULBS DISCOLOURED (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRE PERISHING AND HAS SMALL CUT IN THE SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 39,998 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured N/S/F & O/S/F (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/F & O/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured N/S/R & O/S/R (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R & O/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 36,071 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 32,183 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 30,650 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 29,546 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 28,913 miles

Offside Rear Light cover damaged.

Pass 7 Nov 2017 28,207 miles

Offside Rear Light cover damaged.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 27,370 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 26,544 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 24,962 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 24,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 22,893 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 22,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 20,585 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 17,353 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 15,115 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 12,162 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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DE56 VAO is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 DE56 VAO, 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 DE56 VAO registered?

DE56 VAO is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is DE56 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 VAO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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