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MJ56 YSP

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

82,366 mi
Last recorded82,366 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 YSP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 82,366 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight underbody corrosion.

Fail 3 Nov 2025 82,365 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Split at back box. (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight underbody corrosion.

Pass 28 Oct 2024 76,948 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 dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 75,234 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 74,019 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 72,291 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 70,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Can't see pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four on sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 66,559 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

wipers smear slightly

Pass 27 Nov 2018 61,966 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 56,908 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 51,802 miles

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

Nearside Front seat handle missing

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 46,308 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 39,828 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 34,612 miles

offside rear tyre cracking up

Fail 25 Nov 2013 34,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front wipers noisy

nearside front tyre going bold on outer edge

offside rear tyre cracking up

Pass 22 Nov 2012 30,559 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,571 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 19,237 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 19,237 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 13,728 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 YSP is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YSP, 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 YSP registered?

MJ56 YSP is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 23 November 2006.

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