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EJ56 VXD

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,697 mi
Last recorded91,697 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 VXD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 91,697 miles

N/S Headlamp minor damage

Pass 18 Dec 2023 90,087 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 90,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Dec 2023 90,066 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 42,934 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 42,934 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 75,072 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 75,072 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour and offside front (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 73,088 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 73,088 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 70,911 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 70,911 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 68,598 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 65,197 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 65,197 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 60,695 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 57,939 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 57,939 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 53,474 miles

all tyres close to limit

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 53,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres close to limit

Pass 24 Dec 2013 48,043 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 44,470 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 40,063 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 40,030 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 35,911 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 31,781 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 VXD is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 VXD, 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 EJ56 VXD registered?

EJ56 VXD is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is EJ56 VXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ56 VXD shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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