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GJ56 VLX

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,293 mi
Last recorded38,293 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 38,293 miles

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 33,953 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 29,616 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 29,616 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 24,906 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 20,698 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 20,697 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 19,967 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 19,212 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 18,181 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 17,325 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 16,477 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 15,538 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 14,502 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 13,659 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,501 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 12,501 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 11,239 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 9,299 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 7,654 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 6,157 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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GJ56 VLX is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VLX, 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 GJ56 VLX registered?

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

Is GJ56 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 VLX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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