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LX56 VCG

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,748 mi
Last recorded134,748 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VCG
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 134,748 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 125,540 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Oct 2023 125,481 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Sep 2022 101,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside headlight condensation

Pass 3 Sep 2021 98,015 miles

o/s headlight condensation

Pass 26 Aug 2020 94,448 miles

misting in o/s headlight

Pass 6 Aug 2019 88,182 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 88,182 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2019 82,858 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 77,034 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 71,157 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 71,157 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Aug 2017 67,008 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 55,368 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 45,442 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 45,442 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 29,342 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 21,486 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 15,772 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 15,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 15,121 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 13,626 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front inner brake pads worn low

Pass 20 Sep 2010 13,626 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

front inner brake pads worn low

Pass 18 Sep 2009 10,448 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 VCG is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VCG, 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 LX56 VCG registered?

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

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