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EY56 ZYR

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

88,841 mi
Last recorded88,841 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 ZYR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 88,841 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 87,448 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 82,736 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 82,736 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 76,013 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 69,458 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 61,954 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 54,705 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 54,701 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 49,394 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 49,394 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 43,132 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 38,479 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)

Fail 20 Jan 2017 38,479 miles

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

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)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 34,835 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 34,765 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 30,819 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 30 Jan 2015 30,692 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Feb 2014 25,419 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 25,419 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2013 21,744 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 21,744 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 18,183 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 15,444 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 14,419 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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EY56 ZYR is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 EY56 ZYR, 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 EY56 ZYR registered?

EY56 ZYR is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is EY56 ZYR safe to buy?

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