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LV56 OBE

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

78,630 mi
Last recorded78,630 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 78,630 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 69,795 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 64,109 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 64,106 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front lights (4.3.3 (b))

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 65,900 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 65,900 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 53,970 miles

Nearside Rear tyre 7 years of age

Offside Front tyre 6 years of age

Offside Rear 5 years of age

Pass 13 Oct 2020 51,196 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 50,482 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 50,482 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 47,473 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 47,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 44,582 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 41,975 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cracked around outer wall

Pass 13 Oct 2015 39,489 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Centre brake lamp not working

Pass 26 Sep 2014 37,159 miles

indicators n/s, o/s front and n/s rear discolouring.

nearside front tyre worn on entire outer edge.

offside front door panel damaged.

offside front tyre cracking inner and outer walls.

Pass 3 Oct 2013 33,025 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre is cracking on the walls

Pass 24 Oct 2012 29,568 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2011 25,755 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 22,246 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 22,246 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,270 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 OBE is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OBE, 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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LV56 OBE is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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