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LV56 NLY

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,932 mi
Last recorded50,932 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 NLY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 50,932 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 50,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 44,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 39,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 35,035 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 35,033 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 33,190 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 30,542 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 28,084 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 27,239 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 26,590 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 25,940 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 22,621 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 18,761 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 17,759 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 16,528 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 14,537 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 12,313 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 9,786 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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LV56 NLY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LV56 NLY, 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 LV56 NLY registered?

LV56 NLY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is LV56 NLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 NLY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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