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LR56 RLU

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,238 mi
Last recorded76,238 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 RLU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 76,238 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement movement in rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front shocks starting to corrode

knock from steering when rocked(poss. sub frame movement)

Pass 1 Apr 2025 65,455 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes weak(slight movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stay bar twisted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

noise from n/s/f suspension/steering when rocked( poss. sub frame bushes)

Fail 1 Apr 2025 65,454 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure box clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure & on limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes weak(slight movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stay bar twisted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre X 2 & tyre wearing on outer edge ()

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

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

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

noise from n/s/f suspension/steering when rocked( poss. sub frame bushes)

Pass 18 Apr 2024 54,186 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 42,447 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 42,447 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 42,113 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 42,113 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 41,288 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 41,288 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 40,671 miles

n/side front tyre slightly worn to outside edge

Pass 24 Oct 2018 39,014 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 37,939 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight roughness.

Offside Front tyre sidewall has age cuts/scrapes.

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both. (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 35,904 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 34,013 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 20 Oct 2014 32,124 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 32,124 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 29,014 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 26,121 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2011 22,650 miles

front tyres are wearing thin on inner edges

Pass 3 Nov 2010 18,799 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 14,952 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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LR56 RLU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver 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 LR56 RLU, 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 LR56 RLU registered?

LR56 RLU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is LR56 RLU safe to buy?

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