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BJ56 VBN

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

83,001 mi
Last recorded83,001 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 VBN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 83,001 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 70,823 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2021 70,823 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 26 Sep 2020 57,824 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 57,824 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2019 47,707 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2019 47,671 miles

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 43,920 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 41,133 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 37,757 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,713 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 33,797 miles

Cracks in offside rear and nearside front outer tyre walls

Pass 13 Jun 2012 33,333 miles

centre stop light not working

Fail 13 Jun 2012 33,333 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre stop light not working

Pass 29 Jun 2011 28,971 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 24,783 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 15,054 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 15,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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BJ56 VBN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

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

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