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LV56 VSN

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,286 mi
Last recorded118,286 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 118,286 miles

damage to offside rear light lens

Pass 15 Nov 2016 109,521 miles

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

long travel on handbrake

slight blow from exhaust joints

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Fail 11 Nov 2016 109,521 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

long travel on handbrake

slight blow from exhaust joints

surface corrosion around underbody areas

Pass 19 Nov 2015 101,660 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2014 89,995 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Nov 2014 89,995 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

high level brake light not working

Pass 19 Nov 2013 77,751 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 69,588 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2012 69,588 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 57,286 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009

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 VSN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 VSN, 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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What year was LV56 VSN registered?

LV56 VSN is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is LV56 VSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 VSN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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