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GP06 XPA

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

23,430 mi
Last recorded23,430 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 XPA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 23,430 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2025 22,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 20,097 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 19,231 miles

underside body/component corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2022 16,198 miles

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2021 14,878 miles

considerable corrosion under vehicle

reversing lamp inoperative

slight imbalance of rear brakes

Fail 29 Jun 2021 14,878 miles

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

considerable corrosion under vehicle

reversing lamp inoperative

slight imbalance of rear brakes

Pass 1 Jul 2020 14,651 miles

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

slight imbalance of rear brakes

Pass 25 Jun 2019 14,531 miles

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

offside rear brake binding slightly

wipers could be better

Pass 29 Jun 2018 14,453 miles

n/s rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2017 14,199 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 14,198 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 13,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroded

surface cuts in n/s rear tyre tread

Pass 10 Jun 2015 13,454 miles

both front suspension lower wishbone rear mountings deteriorating

Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,845 miles

rear indicators slightly faded

Fail 1 Jul 2014 12,845 miles

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

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

rear indicators slightly faded

Pass 4 Jul 2013 12,182 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,480 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,107 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 8,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 6,364 miles

o/s wiper split

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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GP06 XPA is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red 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 GP06 XPA, 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 GP06 XPA registered?

GP06 XPA is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is GP06 XPA safe to buy?

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