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LX56 VBY

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

167,761 mi
Last recorded167,761 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VBY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 167,761 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2026 167,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 152,585 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from oil case (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2025 152,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from oil case (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 136,449 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 123,742 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 123,432 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 111,163 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 110,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb clip missing & lens faided (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 93,941 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 78,706 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 62,952 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 62,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 58,205 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 58,205 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 43,213 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 30,352 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 23,456 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 21,456 miles

Nearside wiper blade starting to splt

Pass 15 Oct 2013 19,471 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 19,471 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,279 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Oct 2011 13,699 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 13,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 10,780 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 6,886 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 VBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LX56 VBY, 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 VBY registered?

LX56 VBY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LX56 VBY safe to buy?

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