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LT56 USL

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,481 mi
Last recorded58,481 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 58,481 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 58,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 55,191 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Poor beam image on headlamp dipped beam

Pass 8 May 2024 51,038 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 51,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 46,150 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 May 2023 46,150 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Dec 2019 46,094 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 14 Aug 2018 38,256 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 38,256 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 34,759 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 34,759 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 30,721 miles

both front tyres are cracking

Pass 31 Jul 2015 28,699 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 26,900 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 25,410 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 23,544 miles

Both Rear Tyres Perished

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2011 21,778 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 20,265 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 17,731 miles

Front tyres wearing low on outer edges

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 USL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT56 USL, 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 LT56 USL registered?

LT56 USL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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