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HG56 EXL

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,727 mi
Last recorded79,727 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 EXL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 79,727 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 72,457 miles

general corrosion

Fail 13 Jan 2025 72,457 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 65,577 miles

GENERAL CORROSION

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 54,202 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 48,005 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 45,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 36,868 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Jun 2019 36,868 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 35,004 miles

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 14 Jun 2017 32,721 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 30,083 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,919 miles

both rear tyres cracked & perished

Fail 9 Jun 2015 26,919 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracked & perished

Pass 19 Jun 2014 23,701 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 23,094 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 19,296 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 14,264 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 8,532 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 8,467 miles

n/s/r tyres far outer edge on 2mm

Pass 30 Sep 2009 7,745 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 6,734 miles

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Oct 2008 6,734 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight leak from back box join

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

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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HG56 EXL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HG56 EXL, 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 HG56 EXL registered?

HG56 EXL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is HG56 EXL safe to buy?

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