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LY56 DHJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,446 mi
Last recorded93,446 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY56 DHJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 93,446 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 93,446 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 70,586 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side 3 mm (close to expose cord on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wiper inoprative

Pass 23 Jul 2020 60,446 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2020 60,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 54,031 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lens misted (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 31 Jul 2018 44,285 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 44,285 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,674 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 26,920 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 26,918 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 17,425 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 23,401 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 13,705 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 12,703 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 11,880 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 11,560 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 11,010 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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LY56 DHJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LY56 DHJ, 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 LY56 DHJ registered?

LY56 DHJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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