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NL56 HDU

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,100 mi
Last recorded72,100 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 HDU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 72,100 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 66,444 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 61,775 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 61,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 54,336 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 54,336 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 45,168 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,547 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 38,547 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 30,737 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 30,034 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 29,624 miles

nearside rear tyre wall damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2016 28,396 miles

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated/perished

Fail 5 Sep 2016 28,396 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated/perished

offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Sep 2015 26,919 miles

nearside tyre walls deteriorated

Pass 4 Sep 2014 25,476 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

nearside front and rear tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,456 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 24,456 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,854 miles

nearside front and rear tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2011 20,769 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 19,386 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 19,337 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear wiper not clearing screen

Fail 6 Aug 2009 14,733 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 14,733 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 HDU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HDU, 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

How do I check the history of NL56 HDU?

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What year was NL56 HDU registered?

NL56 HDU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is NL56 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL56 HDU shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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