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NL56 EEH

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,370 mi
Last recorded31,370 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 EEH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 31,370 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 30,441 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 30,441 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 29,583 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 28,516 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 27,179 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 26,386 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 25,688 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,175 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 22,266 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 20,627 miles

sills have plastic trim covers

Pass 16 Aug 2016 19,218 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,434 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2014 15,978 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 15,978 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 14,015 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 14,015 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,956 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 9,446 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 7,740 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 5,992 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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NL56 EEH is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NL56 EEH, 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 NL56 EEH registered?

NL56 EEH is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is NL56 EEH safe to buy?

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