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BJ56 VBL

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

79,586 mi
Last recorded79,586 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 VBL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 79,586 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 79,586 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 73,167 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

off side front tyre slightly worn from outter edge

Pass 8 Jun 2015 73,167 miles

off side front tyre slightly worn from outter edge

Pass 6 Oct 2014 73,692 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 58,995 miles

NSF Tyre Worn on Outer Edge

Pass 22 Sep 2012 49,386 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 49,386 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 39,669 miles

carbon canister broken off

Fail 30 Sep 2011 39,647 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

carbon canister broken off

Pass 28 Sep 2010 30,605 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 30,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 21,760 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 VBL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BJ56 VBL, 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 BJ56 VBL registered?

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

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