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LV56 OBM

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,565 mi
Last recorded110,565 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 110,565 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 110,564 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 97,102 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 97,101 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 87,354 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack arm has play (2.3 (a) (i))

colossal engine oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2019 87,354 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour All 4 bulbs showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Deliminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Complete arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/60R15 H (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Heavily worn, worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack arm has play (2.3 (a) (i))

colossal engine oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2018 80,619 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 80,619 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2017 75,094 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 May 2016 70,229 miles

oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2015 65,328 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 60,153 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 60,153 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 55,257 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,184 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,703 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 34,003 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 28,104 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 OBM is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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