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EX56 CHL

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

88,453 mi
Last recorded88,453 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 CHL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 88,453 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

front bumper damaged

Pass 7 Mar 2025 84,489 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

front bumper damaged

long travel on parking brake

Pass 20 Feb 2024 78,420 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

front bumper damaged

Fail 20 Feb 2024 78,420 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

front bumper damaged

Pass 27 Feb 2023 73,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 73,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 68,504 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 66,496 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

long travel on parking brake

Fail 1 Mar 2021 66,496 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

long travel on parking brake

Pass 4 Mar 2020 65,945 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 63,601 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 60,453 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 57,039 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 52,491 miles

Rear wiper split

Fail 20 Jul 2016 52,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear wiper split

Fail 29 Jul 2015 48,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2015 48,220 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 43,391 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 39,558 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2012 35,798 miles

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

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

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Pass 1 Aug 2012 35,798 miles

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

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Pass 6 Sep 2010 31,291 miles

rear wiper starting to split

Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,181 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)

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 CHL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 EX56 CHL, 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 CHL registered?

EX56 CHL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is EX56 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 CHL 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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