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EX56 CEN

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,241 mi
Last recorded40,241 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 CEN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 40,241 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 39,255 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 38,898 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 38,324 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 37,512 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 36,705 miles

Nearside Front track rod has slight play.

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 35,990 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 34,908 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 33,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 31,693 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 30,531 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 28,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,681 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,868 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 21,727 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 18,379 miles

o/s/f wiper starting to split

Pass 9 Sep 2009 14,656 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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EX56 CEN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX56 CEN, 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 EX56 CEN registered?

EX56 CEN is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is EX56 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 CEN shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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