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BV56 HBU

2006 Nissan Micra

Grey Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,961 mi
Last recorded61,961 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 HBU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 61,961 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 59,086 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 55,601 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 51,999 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 48,061 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 45,299 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 42,736 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 37,142 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 32,863 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 26,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear exhaust slight blow

Pass 14 Jan 2016 20,219 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 17,906 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 16,998 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 15,182 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 12,174 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 12,174 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 9,624 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,608 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 HBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Grey with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HBU, 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 BV56 HBU registered?

BV56 HBU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is BV56 HBU safe to buy?

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