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BN56 URW

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

77,023 mi
Last recorded77,023 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 URW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 77,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 77,023 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working and offside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect and nearside front (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed and offside front inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2026 77,017 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 64,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2025 64,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 52,493 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 52,388 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 38,023 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 38,023 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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 URW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 URW, 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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What year was BN56 URW registered?

BN56 URW is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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