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FL56 XCE

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

93,897 mi
Last recorded93,897 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 XCE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 93,897 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 93,894 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

REVERSE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 30 Apr 2025 88,474 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2025 88,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 82,701 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 85,236 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 75,708 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 68,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. at 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 64,630 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 filter???????????? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 60,849 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 58,773 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres tearing in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 56,956 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 56,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 May 2017 54,242 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 May 2017 54,242 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 51,747 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy in operation

Pass 27 Apr 2015 49,189 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 47,264 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 44,418 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 42,470 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 42,470 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 34,104 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 25,695 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 25,695 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 14,442 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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FL56 XCE is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 FL56 XCE, 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 FL56 XCE registered?

FL56 XCE is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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