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LT56 VWC

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

62,589 mi
Last recorded62,589 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 VWC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 62,589 miles

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

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear inner sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 62,589 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Loose connection (Got working again during test) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear inner sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 61,012 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 61,012 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 59,569 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 59,569 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 57,896 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 57,896 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 56,061 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 53,499 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Feb 2020 51,816 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 51,816 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 48,019 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 48,019 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2018 45,876 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 42,719 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 42,719 miles

Central Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 42,145 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 42,145 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 40,550 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 40,550 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)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 38,725 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 38,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 36,356 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 36,356 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 33,478 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,086 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,086 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 48,981 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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LT56 VWC is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 VWC, 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 VWC registered?

LT56 VWC is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is LT56 VWC safe to buy?

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