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MJ56 OVT

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,943 mi
Last recorded71,943 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 OVT
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 71,943 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2026 71,943 miles

Exhaust system insecure back box clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator comes on with brake (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 70,103 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 68,750 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 68,744 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 67,141 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 65,495 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 63,923 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 63,923 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 62,300 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 60,087 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,215 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 56,453 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,433 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 52,751 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 48,430 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 48,430 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,036 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 34,504 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,095 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 13,928 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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MJ56 OVT is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MJ56 OVT, 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 MJ56 OVT registered?

MJ56 OVT is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is MJ56 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ56 OVT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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