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BJ56 SXS

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,544 mi
Last recorded28,544 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 SXS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 28,544 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 27,666 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 27,164 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 27,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 26,640 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2021 26,036 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 25,830 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 24,233 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both have been sprayed with white grease (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 23,380 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 22,255 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 22,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,555 miles

service light on

Pass 29 Oct 2015 19,305 miles

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

service light on

Fail 29 Oct 2015 19,305 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (8.2.2)

service light on

Pass 22 Sep 2014 17,661 miles

all 4 tyres getting low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,473 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 15,459 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 13,339 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 10,196 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 7,217 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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BJ56 SXS is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BJ56 SXS, 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 BJ56 SXS registered?

BJ56 SXS is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is BJ56 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 SXS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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