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NL56 ZXX

2006 Nissan Micra

Pink Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

118,929 mi
Last recorded118,929 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 ZXX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 118,929 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 118,912 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 117,755 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 116,567 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 114,062 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 114,018 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 111,592 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 110,189 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 110,172 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 71,466 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 63,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 63,940 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 57,364 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 57,364 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 47,657 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 47,657 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 35,477 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 35,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2009 26,860 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 11 Sep 2009 26,860 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 ZXX is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Pink with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ZXX, 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 NL56 ZXX registered?

NL56 ZXX is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is NL56 ZXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL56 ZXX shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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