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BN56 AGU

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

105,858 mi
Last recorded105,858 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 105,858 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 105,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 103,495 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 103,495 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 100,174 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 100,174 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 97,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 95,437 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 95,437 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 92,530 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 91,452 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 89,136 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear tyres getting low on tread 3mm

Fail 10 Sep 2018 89,136 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

rear tyres getting low on tread 3mm

Pass 1 Sep 2017 87,123 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 83,211 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 74,560 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 67,698 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 63,453 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 63,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 51,879 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 51,701 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 41,778 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 41,778 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2010 30,595 miles

high level stop lamp not working

nearside front and offside rear tyres worn low on outer edges

Pass 10 Sep 2009 24,384 miles

deep cuts o/s rear tyre

exhaust corroded

front brake pads worn

Fail 10 Sep 2009 24,384 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

deep cuts o/s rear tyre

exhaust corroded

front brake pads worn

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 AGU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 BN56 AGU, 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 AGU registered?

BN56 AGU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is BN56 AGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 AGU shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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