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BN56 BZP

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

122,211 mi
Last recorded122,211 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 BZP
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 122,211 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 122,211 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) (1.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 119,873 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES BACK BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 117,388 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES EDGE WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 117,388 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES EDGE WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 114,766 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 111,586 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 111,570 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 108,552 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded & BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 108,552 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded & BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 106,673 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded & BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH SIDES REAR CORORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES FRONT , REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 103,167 miles

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

Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES FRONT , REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 99,638 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2018 99,572 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 94,645 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 87,884 miles

front tyres worn outer edges and rear tyre treads low

Fail 11 Dec 2015 87,884 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front tyres worn outer edges and rear tyre treads low

Pass 21 Jul 2014 79,135 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 79,135 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 74,366 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 49,771 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 25,579 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,466 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 23,037 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 20,518 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 BZP is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 BZP, 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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BN56 BZP is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 12 September 2006.

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