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DU56 XXN

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

124,517 mi
Last recorded124,517 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 XXN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 124,517 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 124,517 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 120,955 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 120,955 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 116,896 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 116,896 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 111,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 111,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 106,180 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump (Corroded) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

Fail 2 Sep 2021 106,180 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump (Corroded) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

Pass 20 Aug 2020 103,038 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Aug 2020 103,038 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Aug 2019 97,613 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 88,533 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 79,449 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,906 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 60,526 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 53,372 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 47,750 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 47,750 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,611 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 36,738 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,356 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 24,821 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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DU56 XXN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 DU56 XXN, 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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DU56 XXN is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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