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LS06 XLJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

97,379 mi
Last recorded97,379 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS06 XLJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 97,379 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 97,379 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2025 81,126 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 80,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer 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))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 80,603 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 80,597 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 79,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear reverse light slightly affected by indicator

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 78,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2021 78,989 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70r14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 78,608 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 76,712 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 76,699 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 74,485 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 72,555 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 72,555 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 70,309 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 67,954 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 67,954 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 65,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 55,265 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 43,517 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2011 43,517 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 36,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 30,126 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2009 30,126 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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LS06 XLJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 LS06 XLJ, 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 LS06 XLJ registered?

LS06 XLJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is LS06 XLJ safe to buy?

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