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EJ56 VVZ

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

84,288 mi
Last recorded84,288 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 84,288 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 83,499 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 82,479 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 81,225 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 75,949 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 68,569 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 64,461 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 57,197 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 50,823 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 44,133 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 40,289 miles

Near side steering joint has slight play

Pass 28 Mar 2015 38,485 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 36,168 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 34,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 34,969 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 29,637 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 3,573 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 3,573 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 17,268 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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EJ56 VVZ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EJ56 VVZ, 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 VVZ registered?

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

Is EJ56 VVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 VVZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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