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LY55 GXB

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

119,174 mi
Last recorded119,174 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 GXB
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 119,174 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2026 119,174 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 118,723 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 117,776 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 116,682 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 116,682 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 115,397 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 114,179 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 112,857 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 111,689 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 118,384 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 108,730 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 102,940 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 100,110 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 100,110 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 93,529 miles

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

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

battery loose in carrier

Fail 6 Feb 2013 89,868 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 89,868 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 85,353 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

battery insecure

Pass 11 Feb 2012 85,353 miles

battery insecure

Pass 14 Feb 2011 81,400 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 79,731 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 62,127 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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LY55 GXB is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LY55 GXB, 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

How do I check the history of LY55 GXB?

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What year was LY55 GXB registered?

LY55 GXB is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 January 2006.

Is LY55 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 GXB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY55 GXB have outstanding finance?

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