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NL56 TYC

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

86,369 mi
Last recorded86,369 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 TYC
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 86,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2020 86,369 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 76,400 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 76,400 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 66,882 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 66,882 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 59,470 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 53,314 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 53,314 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 48,764 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 48,764 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 44,104 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 38,304 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 30,591 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 30,591 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has small cut to side wall

Pass 24 Sep 2010 22,821 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 15,893 miles

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

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

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

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

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 TYC is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYC, 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 TYC registered?

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

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