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MK56 TXV

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

144,494 mi
Last recorded144,494 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 TXV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 144,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flange at catalyst heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))

General vehicle condition corroded on underside suspension components heavily corroded brakepipes corroded exhaust system corroded heatshield loose at front section

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak

Os mirror cowling damaged

Pass 19 Aug 2025 136,157 miles

Downpipe heatshield loose

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Os mirror cowling damaged

Fail 19 Aug 2025 136,156 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop light applied side light and stop light go out (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165 70 14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Downpipe heatshield loose

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Os mirror cowling damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2024 123,173 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2024 123,173 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 116,296 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 116,296 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 110,309 miles

both wiper blades are hitting the scuttle panel when operated

Fail 19 Aug 2022 110,309 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

both wiper blades are hitting the scuttle panel when operated

Pass 19 Aug 2021 105,990 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 100,562 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 95,274 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 85,905 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 75,414 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 64,814 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 64,814 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/f washer jet needs adjusting

Pass 19 May 2015 56,080 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 42,707 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 42,706 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 39,639 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,639 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 34,716 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 26,358 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 19,903 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,558 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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MK56 TXV is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK56 TXV, 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 MK56 TXV registered?

MK56 TXV is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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