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MV56 VEW

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,334 mi
Last recorded43,334 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 VEW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 43,334 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 41,962 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 41,960 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs light on dash constant (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 40,625 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured and O/S/F (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured and O/S/R (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2024 40,623 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured and O/S/F (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured and O/S/R (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 38,767 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 38,766 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2022 36,626 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 33,767 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 31,468 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 30,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 28,286 miles

Central Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 26,808 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 25,027 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured front and back (1.4.A.2f)

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

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 4 Mar 2015 23,569 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,694 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 21,003 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 17,620 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 14,482 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 10,631 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 10,631 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 6,338 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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MV56 VEW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MV56 VEW, 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 MV56 VEW registered?

MV56 VEW is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is MV56 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 VEW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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