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DY56 XMD

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,001 mi
Last recorded77,001 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 XMD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 77,001 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 74,012 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil pan sump corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2025 73,945 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Sill slight corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush starting to peel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Sill slight corroded

Oil pan sump corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2024 71,081 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 68,119 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 65,741 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 64,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 63,304 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 63,304 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 61,167 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 58,877 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 57,394 miles

both sides front brake discs corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2016 56,939 miles

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

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

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

both sides front brake discs corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2016 56,923 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

both sides front brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2015 55,602 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front disc,s poor

Pass 3 Jun 2014 33,924 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 33,924 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 45,646 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 41,155 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,683 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

airbag light on time of test

front number plate incorrectly spaced but still visible from reasonable distance

rear number plate incorrectly spaced but still visible from reasonable distance

Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,586 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 27,454 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 XMD is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DY56 XMD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY56 XMD registered?

DY56 XMD is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is DY56 XMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 XMD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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