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BP55 VPZ

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

78,171 mi
Last recorded78,171 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 VPZ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 78,171 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 76,332 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 74,986 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 73,446 miles

Offside Front door damage

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

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 69,971 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 67,582 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 61,925 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 57,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 51,924 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 50,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall scrubbed badly

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 47,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 44,262 miles

NSF TYRE KERB DAMAGE

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 40,449 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 36,450 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 32,945 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 28,895 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,118 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 21,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 21,241 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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BP55 VPZ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VPZ, 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 BP55 VPZ registered?

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

Is BP55 VPZ safe to buy?

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