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BG56 UPL

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,716 mi
Last recorded79,716 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 UPL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 79,716 miles

Small chip in windscreen

Fail 7 Oct 2025 79,716 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Small chip in windscreen

Pass 30 Oct 2024 76,684 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 76,682 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads wearing thin , offside worn more than nearside recommend replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 73,480 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight wear too edge of tyre along with perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

backbox too midpipe clamp has rusted off. not leaking at time of test but advise customer too have this rectified at their earliest convenience

Pass 29 Oct 2022 70,296 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 70,296 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Big split in blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 67,183 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 64,262 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 60,410 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 60,410 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 55,608 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 49,973 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 49,973 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 45,401 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 41,721 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 41,721 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 38,356 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 33,978 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 28,895 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 23,419 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 18,669 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 13,972 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 UPL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 BG56 UPL, 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 UPL registered?

BG56 UPL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is BG56 UPL safe to buy?

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