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LT56 ATU

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

57,656 mi
Last recorded57,656 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 ATU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 57,656 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system corroded +minor leak from the centre joint area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 54,115 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low

Rear wiper worn +split

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2024 51,798 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 51,798 miles

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

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

Front brake discs scored/lipped

Pass 14 Feb 2023 48,428 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 48,428 miles

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

Tyre obviously under inflated all 4 (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 47,224 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 46,352 miles

Rear wiper worn/split

Fail 12 Feb 2021 46,352 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside rear tyres side walls perished+has a serious cracks (strong advice) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear wiper worn/split

centre over head stop lamp not working (advice)

Pass 18 Feb 2020 45,695 miles

rear wiper worn/split

Pass 21 Feb 2019 45,012 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 44,593 miles

nearside front indicator lens/grill slightly loose

Fail 13 Feb 2018 44,593 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front indicator lens/grill slightly loose

Pass 23 Feb 2017 44,196 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 44,196 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,556 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 36,443 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Feb 2015 36,443 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 30,762 miles

drivers outer door handle sticking

Fail 21 Feb 2014 30,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

drivers outer door handle sticking

nearside front wiper blade slight split on the end

offside front tyre has a serious cracks+ tyre wearing low

offside front wiper blade has a slight split on the end

rear wiper blade split/worn

serious oil leaks

Pass 28 Feb 2013 27,245 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 25,142 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 21,699 miles

N/S REAR CHILD-SEAT PREVENTS FULL INSPECTION OF SEAT-BELT.....Thanx.....

O/S FRONT TYRE HAS FEATHERED-AWAY & ALSO WORN CLOSE TO THE LEGAL MINIMUM.....

Pass 18 Jan 2010 16,668 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LT56 ATU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LT56 ATU, 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 LT56 ATU registered?

LT56 ATU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LT56 ATU safe to buy?

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