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LX56 OLE

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

106,167 mi
Last recorded106,167 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 OLE
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 106,167 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2026 105,892 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link rubber split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track rod end play + rubber perished (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 90,082 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 85,597 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 85,571 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 79,393 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 79,393 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 76,764 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 76,764 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 73,799 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 73,799 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 71,844 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 69,959 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 67,097 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 63,427 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 58,898 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,175 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 48,247 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 42,645 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,102 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 29,375 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,219 miles

Both Nearside front & Nearside rear tyres on 3/4mm tread left & wearing outer tread

Pass 13 Aug 2009 15,589 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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LX56 OLE is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LX56 OLE, 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 LX56 OLE registered?

LX56 OLE is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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