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EO56 ESY

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

131,363 mi
Last recorded131,363 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 ESY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 131,363 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 131,278 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2024 131,278 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 130,867 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

no reverse light

Pass 17 Dec 2022 129,948 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 129,405 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 122,450 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 116,651 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 116,651 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 108,225 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 100,228 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 100,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 92,176 miles

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

Rear exhaust clamp missing

Pass 3 Dec 2015 83,864 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 83,864 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 73,787 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 64,775 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 54,624 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 44,854 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 35,811 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 26,345 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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EO56 ESY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EO56 ESY, 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 EO56 ESY registered?

EO56 ESY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is EO56 ESY safe to buy?

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