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BJ56 VAO

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,594 mi
Last recorded69,594 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 VAO
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 69,594 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 68,259 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 66,867 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 65,148 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 64,153 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 63,744 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 63,185 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 62,533 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 61,178 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 60,906 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 60,105 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 57,707 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 53,000 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 45,270 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 36,629 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

front wipers split

Fail 20 Sep 2011 36,629 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wipers split

Pass 22 Sep 2010 29,848 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn outer edges

Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,731 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 VAO is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue 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 BJ56 VAO, 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 VAO registered?

BJ56 VAO is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is BJ56 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 VAO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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