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BV06 XBU

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

39,696 mi
Last recorded39,696 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 XBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 39,696 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 38,574 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 38,574 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 31 Jan 2019 34,662 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 34,662 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 32,664 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 9 Feb 2018 32,664 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 30,264 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 30,264 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 27,549 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN TO WEAR INDICATORS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 24,995 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 21,804 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 20,149 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,810 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,507 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 16,680 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2010 16,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 15,423 miles

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

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

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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BV06 XBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BV06 XBU, 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 BV06 XBU registered?

BV06 XBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is BV06 XBU safe to buy?

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