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DY56 LDC

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

96,100 mi
Last recorded96,100 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 LDC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 96,100 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Service brake binding but not excessively offside front and both sides at rear (1.2.1 (f))

surface rust and misting of oil under the vehicle on oil sump brake pipes/brake hoses ferrules coil spring and on some other components

Fail 12 Sep 2020 96,100 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Service brake binding but not excessively offside front and both sides at rear (1.2.1 (f))

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

surface rust and misting of oil under the vehicle on oil sump brake pipes/brake hoses ferrules coil spring and on some other components

Pass 21 Feb 2019 87,696 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 87,696 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 84,558 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 84,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 81,243 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged showing signs of cracking (4.1.D.1e)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack lower centre screen (8.3.1d)

oil level low oil added to carry out test

Fail 2 Mar 2017 81,243 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged showing signs of cracking (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack lower centre screen (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil level low oil added to carry out test

Pass 10 Feb 2016 72,409 miles

Offside Front wheel trim missing

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

Fail 10 Feb 2016 72,409 miles

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

Offside Front wheel trim missing

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 56,215 miles

Advise front brake check

Wheel trims broken

Fail 28 Jan 2015 56,213 miles

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

Advise front brake check

Wheel trims broken

Pass 3 Mar 2014 43,288 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 43,288 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 25,090 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 19,777 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 11,459 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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DY56 LDC is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 DY56 LDC, 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 DY56 LDC registered?

DY56 LDC is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is DY56 LDC safe to buy?

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