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GK56 XHS

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

125,349 mi
Last recorded125,349 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 XHS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 125,349 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 119,825 miles

n/s steering arm has slight play

Pass 15 Nov 2023 105,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 105,069 miles

Boot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 86,431 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 65,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 53,265 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 51,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside front tyre wearing on the edge

Pass 8 May 2018 48,575 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 44,922 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 40,675 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 May 2016 40,675 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2015 36,427 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 36,427 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 34,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Sep 2014 34,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,970 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 27,595 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,135 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 23,483 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 23,483 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 19,737 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 19,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 XHS is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GK56 XHS, 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 GK56 XHS registered?

GK56 XHS is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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