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DY56 YLF

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

78,481 mi
Last recorded78,481 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 YLF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 78,481 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 76,962 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 76,957 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 75,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 73,101 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Aug 2022 69,811 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 69,811 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 66,387 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Aug 2020 64,298 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 61,075 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 57,851 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 57,837 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tyre wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2017 54,510 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 50,892 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 50,887 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 42,202 miles

nsf tyre showing cracks on inner tyre wall

Pass 26 Jul 2014 33,551 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 33,550 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 24,106 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 24,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 20,196 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 14,580 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,484 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,896 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 8,896 miles

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

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

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 YLF is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 YLF, 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 YLF registered?

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

Is DY56 YLF safe to buy?

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