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BN56 URS

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

82,425 mi
Last recorded82,425 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 URS
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 82,425 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 71,126 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nsr and osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 68,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

UNDER COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 2 Mar 2023 68,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

UNDER COMPONENTS CORRODED

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 65,100 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 65,100 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 58,604 miles

both rear axle bushes corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2019 56,317 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 54,269 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 54,262 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 May 2017 53,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2016 51,238 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 46,736 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 46,736 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 32,278 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 24,084 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 22,990 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 20,906 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 17,610 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 14,121 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,121 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 URS is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 URS, 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 URS registered?

BN56 URS is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is BN56 URS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 URS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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