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GJ56 VDY

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

51,999 mi
Last recorded51,999 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VDY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 51,999 miles

3 mm of tread left on offside rear tyre

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

Fail 22 Jul 2025 51,999 miles

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

3 mm of tread left on offside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 48,740 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 46,811 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 46,628 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 46,051 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 45,676 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 45,228 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 43,646 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 41,400 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 39,225 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 39,225 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 37,084 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 34,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 31,950 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 31,950 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 29,448 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 26,508 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 26,508 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 22,430 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 19,186 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 19,186 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake surface condition rusty ,vehicle been standing

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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GJ56 VDY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GJ56 VDY, 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 GJ56 VDY registered?

GJ56 VDY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is GJ56 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 VDY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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