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MK56 XAY

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

72,905 mi
Last recorded72,905 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 XAY
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 72,905 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 66,361 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 58,919 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 55,061 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 51,435 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2021 51,435 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 48,567 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 May 2019 48,567 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 May 2018 43,166 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 43,166 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2017 40,345 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 40,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2016 36,730 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 30,850 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 24,596 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,752 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 May 2011 19,603 miles

both n.s.r and o.s.r tyres cracking

front brake discs slightly scorred.

n.s.f mirror glass cracked.

Pass 3 Jun 2010 17,779 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,982 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 XAY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XAY, 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 MK56 XAY registered?

MK56 XAY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is MK56 XAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK56 XAY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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