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LX56 XHP

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,593 mi
Last recorded77,593 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 XHP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2018 77,593 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 77,592 miles

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2017 71,886 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 67,671 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 May 2016 67,665 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 65,122 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 63,016 miles

Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 63,016 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 54,521 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

wipers judder

Pass 11 Nov 2011 45,731 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

Fail 10 Nov 2011 45,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2010 35,758 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 25,586 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 XHP is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 XHP, 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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LX56 XHP is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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