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HG56 OBY

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

60,913 mi
Last recorded60,913 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 OBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 60,913 miles

Both front tyres are 10 years old

Pass 18 Dec 2024 60,303 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 59,727 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 59,727 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 53,232 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 53,232 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 48,397 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 47,490 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 47,490 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 46,544 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 45,481 miles

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

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

front tyres are 175/65/15 rears are 175/60/15

Pass 16 Nov 2017 43,932 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

tyre size on fronts 175/65/15 on rears 175/60/15

Pass 15 Nov 2016 41,933 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 16 Nov 2015 40,152 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 40,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 38,185 miles

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

nearside front tyre low on tread on outside edge

Pass 12 Nov 2013 36,163 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2013 36,163 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 33,874 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 12 Nov 2011 30,829 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing slighty rough

Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,401 miles

Front haedlamps dirty (not affecting beam)

Front wipers splitting on ends

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 19,651 miles

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

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

headlights slightly dirty

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 OBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OBY, 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 OBY registered?

HG56 OBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is HG56 OBY safe to buy?

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