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BV56 GZN

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

61,993 mi
Last recorded61,993 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 GZN
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 61,993 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 61,169 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges & cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 59,564 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 56,393 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 55,053 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 55,053 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 53,412 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2021 53,412 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front sub-frame rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 52,185 miles

Offside Rear chassis plate corroding

Fail 26 Feb 2020 52,185 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/60x15 81h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear chassis plate corroding

Pass 18 Feb 2019 50,248 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 47,849 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate airbag (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 45,356 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 45,356 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking HOSE JOINT (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 43,220 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 40,120 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 33,383 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 29,567 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 29,567 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 25,477 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 20,392 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 14,870 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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BV56 GZN is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BV56 GZN, 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 BV56 GZN registered?

BV56 GZN is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 25 November 2006.

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