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GY56 NXL

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,750 mi
Last recorded85,750 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 NXL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 85,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 83,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material border line (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 79,754 miles

front wipers in poor condition

Fail 6 Oct 2023 79,754 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 1 Oct 2022 72,992 miles

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

all 4 indicators slightly discoloured

Pass 9 Oct 2021 69,262 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 67,672 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 64,754 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 61,109 miles

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

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 56,947 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 52,710 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 49,056 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 44,709 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 39,660 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 33,841 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 29,998 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 25,463 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 25,463 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,884 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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GY56 NXL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GY56 NXL, 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 GY56 NXL registered?

GY56 NXL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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