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LV56 VSL

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,534 mi
Last recorded93,534 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 VSL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 93,534 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 89,549 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 84,066 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 84,066 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 79,752 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 73,476 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 67,791 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 60,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 58,893 miles

nearside rear tyre tread outer edge worn low

Fail 13 Sep 2019 58,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

nearside rear tyre tread outer edge worn low

Pass 3 Oct 2018 58,454 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 23,445 miles

near side head lamp lens deteriorated

Pass 1 Oct 2016 53,185 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 49,849 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 49,849 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)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 46,180 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 43,314 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 42,208 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 35,791 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2010 27,761 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,283 miles

Front brake pads look low.

Off side front tyre wearing low on inside edge.

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 VSL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VSL, 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 VSL registered?

LV56 VSL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is LV56 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 VSL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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