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GW55 XXM

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

133,577 mi
Last recorded133,577 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 XXM
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 133,577 miles

front brake discs pitted

slight play in nearside front track rod end

Fail 23 Aug 2021 133,577 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front brake discs pitted

slight play in nearside front track rod end

Pass 21 Aug 2020 129,106 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 128,925 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 123,472 miles

Minor leak of exhaust gases

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 123,472 miles

Minor leak of exhaust gases

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 113,771 miles

Exhaust heat guard loose

Offside Front Indicator damaged

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

Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel rims bucked (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 113,771 miles

Exhaust heat guard loose

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Indicator damaged

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

Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel rims bucked (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 107,613 miles

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

wheels are buckled

Fail 2 Aug 2017 107,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/50R16 (4.1.E.1)

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

wheels are buckled

Pass 17 Aug 2016 92,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 92,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 17,384 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 73,421 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 73,421 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 69,334 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 67,196 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 67,196 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 63,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 63,741 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2011 60,621 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2010 47,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2010 47,273 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2009 36,716 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 36,716 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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GW55 XXM is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 GW55 XXM, 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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GW55 XXM is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 24 January 2006.

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