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EJ56 VVN

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

39,731 mi
Last recorded39,731 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 VVN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 39,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly loose

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Pulsating when the indicator is used (4.2.3 (c))

Oil residue down back of the engine

Pass 2 Oct 2024 38,724 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,619 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2023 37,619 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 36,581 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 36,573 miles

Emissions not tested Car Overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 35,018 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 35,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 34,037 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 33,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,373 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 30,002 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 28,332 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,121 miles

Both front tyres are starting to wear on the outer edges

Fail 22 Sep 2015 27,121 miles

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

165/70 r14 81t

Both front tyres are starting to wear on the outer edges

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2013 22,486 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2013 22,486 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,314 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 16,615 miles

Oil leak

front of exhaust slightly damaged

Pass 5 Oct 2010 14,185 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 14,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 10,336 miles

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

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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EJ56 VVN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 EJ56 VVN, 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 EJ56 VVN registered?

EJ56 VVN is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is EJ56 VVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 VVN shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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