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BN56 ZSJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

140,891 mi
Last recorded140,891 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 140,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 123,119 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight blow rear exhaust

Fail 9 Jul 2025 122,795 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight blow rear exhaust

Pass 6 Jul 2024 105,396 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 91,682 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 91,679 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 90,218 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 90,218 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 81,965 miles

both front lower suspension arm bushes slight deterioration

nsf and nsr just legal

Pass 17 Nov 2020 75,955 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 75,915 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 68,817 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 61,257 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 58,814 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 57,046 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 57,046 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 52,340 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,473 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 43,459 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 35,413 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,227 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 20,257 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,743 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 ZSJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 ZSJ, 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 ZSJ registered?

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

Is BN56 ZSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 ZSJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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