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LV56 RXJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

113,344 mi
Last recorded113,344 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 113,344 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 113,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 106,258 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view within 10mm of zone'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 106,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view within 10mm of zone'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 98,608 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

unable to open tail gate by handle switch ,access by inner lock

Fail 13 Jan 2024 97,999 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

unable to open tail gate by handle switch ,access by inner lock

Pass 14 Jan 2023 93,050 miles

Offside Front tyre slight wear to inner edge

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2023 93,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre slight wear to inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 87,791 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 87,791 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 82,124 miles

Offside h/lamp slight fading no effect to image

Pass 4 Jan 2020 75,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 69,275 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 64,151 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 64,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 59,524 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,568 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 49,539 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 43,208 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 36,859 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 30,609 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 23,969 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 18,273 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 RXJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 RXJ, 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 RXJ registered?

LV56 RXJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is LV56 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 RXJ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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