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LX56 XHR

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

156,733 mi
Last recorded156,733 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 156,733 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 156,733 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 145,443 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2025 145,177 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 May 2024 133,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn/bald on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn/bald on the inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 121,583 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 121,583 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2022 111,758 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 100,400 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 88,135 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 77,085 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 65,698 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 56,229 miles
Pass 17 May 2016
Pass 17 May 2016 48,992 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 41,496 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,279 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 40,278 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 36,594 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 33,274 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 28,185 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 23,796 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 19,228 miles

N/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 XHR is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XHR, 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 XHR registered?

LX56 XHR is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LX56 XHR safe to buy?

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