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GU56 ATO

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,330 mi
Last recorded106,330 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 ATO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 106,330 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

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

Fail 28 May 2025 106,330 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 103,746 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 100,999 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 100,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 100,680 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 100,679 miles

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

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 95,219 miles

CHIP IN SCREEN

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 89,720 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 89,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 84,992 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 83,079 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 78,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 74,008 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 68,143 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 62,637 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 56,604 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 50,897 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 42,978 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 34,614 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 23,997 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,383 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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GU56 ATO is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GU56 ATO, 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 GU56 ATO registered?

GU56 ATO is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is GU56 ATO safe to buy?

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