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DG56 GTU

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,595 mi
Last recorded59,595 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 GTU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 59,595 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

underside and components rather corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2024 48,835 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded/flaking, and internal baffle packing starting to leave silencer

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox wetting oil at drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 47,322 miles

Front exhaust down pipe heat shield loose

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front drive shaft seal wetting oil at gear box

Offside Front wing corroded/flaking and holed temp repaired with tape

Pass 7 Jan 2022 45,909 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front with slight wear lip and slight fluctuation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front wheel arch corroded/flaking

Pass 6 Jan 2021 43,960 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack at base of Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 42,926 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2-4mm and bald on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 41,287 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 40,055 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 40,055 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 38,437 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 38,437 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 37,590 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 36,375 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 36,375 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 34,456 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 34,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 33,241 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 31,569 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 29,896 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 60,257 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 60,257 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 25,476 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)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DG56 GTU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG56 GTU, 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 DG56 GTU registered?

DG56 GTU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is DG56 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 GTU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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