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DE56 VBU

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,155 mi
Last recorded79,155 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 79,155 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s & n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Under bonnet area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 73,823 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 69,644 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 64,779 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 60,862 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 58,488 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 54,927 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 52,095 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 49,685 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 46,546 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 43,435 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 40,093 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 37,026 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 33,301 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 29,198 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 25,180 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 19,527 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 VBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VBU, 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 VBU registered?

DE56 VBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is DE56 VBU safe to buy?

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