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MK56 VSA

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

74,446 mi
Last recorded74,446 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 VSA
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 74,446 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp side light/indicator light (4.4.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside wiper split on ends

Pass 4 Dec 2024 72,194 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 72,193 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 71,412 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 70,204 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 68,734 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 65,558 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 61,566 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 57,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 54,177 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 50,274 miles

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

front nearside tyre wall perished

Pass 10 Nov 2015 44,971 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 40,181 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 36,924 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 33,484 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2012 33,473 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 29,694 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,484 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,891 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edge

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

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

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 VSA is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MK56 VSA, 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 VSA registered?

MK56 VSA is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is MK56 VSA safe to buy?

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