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BG56 ZPW

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

87,960 mi
Last recorded87,960 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 ZPW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 87,960 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 81,810 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 81,810 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 75,533 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 75,232 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 62,524 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 47,487 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2019 47,487 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 40,038 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 40,038 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 32,945 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 32,945 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,508 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 20,746 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2014 19,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jan 2014 18,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2012 16,635 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 4 Nov 2011 14,654 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 12,839 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 12,839 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,539 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 ZPW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ZPW, 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 ZPW registered?

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

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