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HG56 HBC

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

98,210 mi
Last recorded98,210 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 HBC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 98,210 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 98,210 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 96,999 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 95,874 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 92,438 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2023 92,438 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 85,505 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 85,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 77,929 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 72,415 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 72,415 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 62,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 53,285 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 53,285 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 46,536 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres on 1.6 LIMIT x2 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 46,536 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres on 1.6 LIMIT x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 39,510 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 33,201 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 24,984 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 15,776 miles

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

slight play in o/s front steering rack assembly.

Pass 2 Nov 2011 13,774 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 11,228 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 8,704 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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HG56 HBC is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HG56 HBC, 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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HG56 HBC is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 November 2006.

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