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LX56 XHB

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

29,947 mi
Last recorded29,947 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 29,947 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (replace soon) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 29,836 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 29,634 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 29,489 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 29,489 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 29,356 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 29,356 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front tyre more than 10 years old

Offside Rear tyre more than 10 years old

Pass 17 Feb 2021 29,269 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 29,269 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 29,148 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 29,148 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 28,281 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 28,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 27,143 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 25,761 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 24,349 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 10 Feb 2016 24,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 10 Feb 2015 22,315 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 20,091 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 18,944 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2011 15,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 15,307 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 11,707 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 XHB is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 XHB, 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 XHB registered?

LX56 XHB is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is LX56 XHB safe to buy?

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