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BP55 VPL

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

78,731 mi
Last recorded78,731 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 VPL
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 78,731 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 73,679 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 73,679 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 69,502 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

heat shield on front exhaust slightly loose

Pass 16 Feb 2023 65,339 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly perished and misshaped (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,207 miles

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

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

both front tyres slightly worn on outer edges

Pass 28 Sep 2020 56,427 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 52,122 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 46,935 miles

Front exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2018 46,935 miles

Front exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Clamp missing (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 42,525 miles

Front wipers spitting

Rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2016 37,624 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,740 miles

Exhaust system,rust corrosion

Fail 16 Mar 2015 31,740 miles

Exhaust system,rust corrosion

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,469 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 23,559 miles

Rear tyres worn on edges.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,196 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,950 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 19,135 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2009 17,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre cracking. 175/65/15h

Fail 15 Mar 2009 17,027 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre cracking. 175/65/15h

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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BP55 VPL is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BP55 VPL, 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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BP55 VPL is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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