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FE56 YYR

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

121,965 mi
Last recorded121,965 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 YYR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 121,965 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 114,483 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 114,483 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 105,835 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 105,806 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 93,596 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 79,748 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 75,291 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 75,291 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 71,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 63,370 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 55,556 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 49,186 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil Leak

Pass 9 Jul 2015 43,055 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 38,437 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 33,829 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 29 May 2013 33,829 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Feb 2012 26,311 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads worn low

Fail 31 Jan 2011 21,473 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 21,473 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 17,642 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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FE56 YYR is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FE56 YYR, 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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FE56 YYR is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 September 2006.

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