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DX56 UKS

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

126,358 mi
Last recorded126,358 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 UKS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 126,358 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 122,992 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 114,830 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 106,704 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2022 106,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 99,595 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 95,049 miles

corrosion behind o/s/f headlamp unit

Pass 21 Oct 2019 88,987 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 81,565 miles

o/s/r tyre worn

Fail 17 Oct 2018 81,565 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn

Pass 20 Oct 2017 74,356 miles

slight roughness in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 20 Oct 2016 67,096 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,930 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 59,930 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 52,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 45,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 45,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,869 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

advise small cut to the nearside rear tyre on the outer sidewall not deep enough to reach any cords or plys

Fail 30 Oct 2012 37,869 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise small cut to the nearside rear tyre on the outer sidewall not deep enough to reach any cords or plys

Pass 31 Oct 2011 30,508 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 30,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 24,392 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 24,392 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 18,174 miles

front wiper rubbers torn on edges

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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DX56 UKS is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 DX56 UKS, 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 DX56 UKS registered?

DX56 UKS is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is DX56 UKS safe to buy?

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