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GK56 VBY

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

53,435 mi
Last recorded53,435 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 VBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 53,435 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 45,921 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 38,969 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 38,969 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 18,826 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 18,826 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 15,868 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 15,053 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 15,053 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 14,399 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 13,684 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 12,998 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 12,004 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 10,964 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 10,255 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 8,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,606 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,878 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 5,721 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 4,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 2,585 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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GK56 VBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GK56 VBY, 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 GK56 VBY registered?

GK56 VBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is GK56 VBY safe to buy?

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