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LM55 LXE

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

17,199 mi
Last recorded17,199 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 LXE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 17,199 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 15,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 15,846 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 15,839 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 15,834 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 15,783 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 15,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 48,962 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 11,941 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre heavily perished

Rear Outer Nearside & Offside tyre heavily perished

Fail 9 Jan 2017 11,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre heavily perished

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Outer Nearside & Offside tyre heavily perished

Pass 21 Jan 2016 11,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing due to age.

Offside Front Tyre perishing due to age.

Offside Rear Tyre perishing due to age.

Fail 21 Jan 2016 11,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing due to age.

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre perishing due to age.

Offside Rear Tyre perishing due to age.

Fail 21 Jan 2015 11,691 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2015 11,691 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2014 11,448 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 11,283 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 10,775 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 10,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 21 Feb 2011 9,869 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 9,869 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 9,248 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 8,641 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2009 8,641 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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LM55 LXE is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 LM55 LXE, 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 LM55 LXE registered?

LM55 LXE is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is LM55 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 LXE shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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