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BK56 VZJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,592 mi
Last recorded53,592 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 VZJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 53,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front hub assembly corroded

Nearside Rear Brake drum back plate corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front hub assembly corroded

Offside Front track rod end corroded

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2025 53,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front hub assembly corroded

Nearside Rear Brake drum back plate corroded

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front hub assembly corroded

Offside Front track rod end corroded

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate corroded

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 53,554 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 53,543 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 52,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 51,936 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 51,211 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 50,079 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor poss rocker gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 50,079 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive minor poss rocker gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 48,215 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 48,215 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 46,147 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 43,997 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2016 43,996 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 42,166 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 42,158 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 39,826 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 37,217 miles

O/S/F tyre bald inner edge

Pass 20 Sep 2012 34,541 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 28,686 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 20,583 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 16,670 miles

Nearside 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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BK56 VZJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BK56 VZJ, 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 BK56 VZJ registered?

BK56 VZJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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