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GY56 NXV

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,659 mi
Last recorded85,659 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 NXV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 85,659 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2025 84,259 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 81,890 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

reversing light not working

Pass 1 Aug 2023 79,391 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 77,023 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 75,419 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Aug 2020 74,096 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 74,096 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 72,635 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 72,635 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 70,847 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 70,847 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 69,034 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 67,225 miles

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

front and rear indicators faded

front brake discs lipped

Pass 22 Aug 2015 65,746 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 61,240 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 49,255 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 36,585 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 25,507 miles

tyres low

Pass 5 Oct 2010 15,473 miles

wipers smeary

Pass 8 Oct 2009 6,516 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 NXV 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 GY56 NXV, 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 NXV registered?

GY56 NXV is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is GY56 NXV safe to buy?

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