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BN56 AFJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,847 mi
Last recorded33,847 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 AFJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 33,847 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 32,445 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 32,445 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 30,723 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 28,799 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 26,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Oct 2020 24,942 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 23,147 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all round (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Sep 2018 20,408 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 17,860 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 17,094 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 16,487 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 16,208 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 16,093 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 15,167 miles

both front tyres starting to crack

nearside rear tyre starting to crack

offside front tyre worn on outter eage 175/60/15/81h

Pass 1 Sep 2011 11,843 miles

nearside front tyre slight cracking on outer wall

offside front tyre slight cracking on outer wall

Pass 7 Sep 2010 11,002 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre cracking in centre of tread 175/60/15 81h

offside front tyre cracking in centre of tread

offside rear tyre slight cracking in centre of tread

Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,154 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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BN56 AFJ 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 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 BN56 AFJ, 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 BN56 AFJ registered?

BN56 AFJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is BN56 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 AFJ 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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