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DU56 YED

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,263 mi
Last recorded158,263 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 YED
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 158,263 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 158,255 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 143,011 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 143,011 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 116,442 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 116,442 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2019 89,540 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of the wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 81,215 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 64,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear/corrosion to both front discs (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre slightly worn/wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated slight damage inside tread

Pass 10 Nov 2016 62,152 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 62,152 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 59,116 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 56,003 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 51,087 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 51,087 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 44,045 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 37,689 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,221 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 29,101 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 20,376 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 20,222 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 YED 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 71.4%.

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

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