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NG56 RSV

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

85,433 mi
Last recorded85,433 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG56 RSV
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 85,433 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and both bottom arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 85,427 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded but not excessively

Pass 21 Dec 2024 85,136 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 83,722 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 81,238 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 78,761 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 75,536 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 72,538 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 68,372 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 68,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 63,480 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 58,274 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Dec 2015 53,974 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 46,875 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 46,818 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 39,365 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 39,365 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 34,427 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 34,427 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 49,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2010 24,694 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 19,746 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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NG56 RSV is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NG56 RSV, 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 NG56 RSV registered?

NG56 RSV is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is NG56 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG56 RSV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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