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NL56 SNZ

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,134 mi
Last recorded102,134 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 102,134 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 95,910 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 91,790 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 86,748 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 83,431 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 79,070 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 66,755 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 61,423 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,496 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,246 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 45,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 45,019 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 40,499 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 40,470 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 35,025 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 29,987 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,495 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,136 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 SNZ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NL56 SNZ, 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 SNZ registered?

NL56 SNZ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is NL56 SNZ safe to buy?

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