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BG56 UPD

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,748 mi
Last recorded42,748 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 UPD
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 42,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 42,635 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 40,935 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 35,713 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured And Rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 28,792 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 27,409 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 27,203 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 26,166 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 25,045 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 23,746 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 22,366 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 21,269 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 19,814 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 5 Dec 2012 18,339 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Nov 2011 17,124 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2010 15,525 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 15,525 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,146 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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BG56 UPD 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 94.4%.

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 BG56 UPD, 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 BG56 UPD registered?

BG56 UPD is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is BG56 UPD safe to buy?

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