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BG56 UPY

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,738 mi
Last recorded87,738 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 87,738 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rear tyres worn on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 87,737 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rear tyres worn on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 77,922 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,926 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 67,549 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 60,475 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 51,494 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2010 51,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 38,217 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 14 Dec 2009 38,217 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front 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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BG56 UPY is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 UPY, 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 UPY registered?

BG56 UPY is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 11 December 2006.

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