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LR56 RZJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

144,979 mi
Last recorded144,979 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 RZJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 144,979 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very perished on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 144,969 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very perished on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 135,039 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 135,033 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect ns bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect os lense foggy (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 126,405 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))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 118,462 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

center stop light inop

heat sheild loose

oil leak

Fail 6 Mar 2023 118,455 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

center stop light inop

heat sheild loose

oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2022 111,733 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

front pads getting down

Fail 2 Mar 2022 111,733 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

front pads getting down

Pass 10 Mar 2021 105,952 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 100,270 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 100,270 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 92,188 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 84,495 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 84,495 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 74,852 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 65,001 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 57,634 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,428 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 46,056 miles

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

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

windscreen blades split

Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,778 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 33,288 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,583 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 25,583 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 24,777 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 RZJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 LR56 RZJ, 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 RZJ registered?

LR56 RZJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is LR56 RZJ safe to buy?

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