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DG56 KPV

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

55,620 mi
Last recorded55,620 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 KPV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 55,620 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 55,620 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 55,387 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 55,382 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 54,556 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 54,556 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 53,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3k (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 52,639 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 50,303 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 48,093 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 45,294 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 41,323 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 37,882 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 31,140 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 31,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 28,926 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 27,054 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 23,181 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,987 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 18,205 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 14,046 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 14,046 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 10,882 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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DG56 KPV is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DG56 KPV, 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 KPV registered?

DG56 KPV is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is DG56 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 KPV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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