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BT55 XMR

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

70,908 mi
Last recorded70,908 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 XMR
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 70,908 miles

both headlights in poor condition

Fail 20 Jan 2025 70,908 miles

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

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

both headlights in poor condition

Pass 25 Jan 2024 66,323 miles

both headlights in poor condition

Fail 25 Jan 2024 66,323 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

both headlights in poor condition

Pass 6 Jan 2023 61,163 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 61,116 miles

Headlamp aim not tested n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 57,794 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement seen when jacked up (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 57,191 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 53,395 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 52,312 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 52,312 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 49,967 miles

advise n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and tread 3mm approx. 165/70/14

advise o/s/f tyre worn slightly on outer edge

advise o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge and tread low 165/70/14

Pass 24 Jan 2017 46,742 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 43,086 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 43,086 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2014 40,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 40,832 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 39,568 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 34,310 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 28,964 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 24,871 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 21,216 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 16,406 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BT55 XMR 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 73.9%.

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 BT55 XMR, 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 BT55 XMR registered?

BT55 XMR is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is BT55 XMR safe to buy?

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