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LX56 XHJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,771 mi
Last recorded94,771 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 XHJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 94,771 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight damage to outer wall 165/70 R14. (5.2.3 (e))

Reverse light not working.

Fail 8 Apr 2026 94,771 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link dust cover split open. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight damage to outer wall 165/70 R14. (5.2.3 (e))

Reverse light not working.

Pass 12 Apr 2025 91,350 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 87,431 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 83,996 miles

f/n/s lower suspension arm rear bush worn

Pass 15 Apr 2022 80,307 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 78,466 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 74,303 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 69,651 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 65,163 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 61,262 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 19 Oct 2016 57,364 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 57,364 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 53,330 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 49,310 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine managment light active

nearside windscreen wiper end split

Pass 22 Oct 2013 44,187 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 39,059 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 33,452 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 25,858 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 17,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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 XHJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XHJ, 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 XHJ registered?

LX56 XHJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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