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AY06 YBJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,581 mi
Last recorded73,581 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 YBJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 73,581 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 73,579 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deeps cracks/tears in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 72,040 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2025 72,017 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 70,011 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 70,011 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 68,303 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2023 68,303 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 66,779 miles

Fuel filler nozzle slightly corroded

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 65,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 63,970 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 62,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 60,633 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 58,879 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 57,235 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 54,628 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 49,015 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 44,824 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 37,043 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 30,352 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,736 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,438 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 8,230 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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AY06 YBJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AY06 YBJ, 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 AY06 YBJ registered?

AY06 YBJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is AY06 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY06 YBJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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