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FG06 VLF

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

195,283 mi
Last recorded195,283 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 VLF
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 195,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 182,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 168,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from engine sump due to heavy corrosion

Fail 4 Aug 2015 168,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from engine sump due to heavy corrosion

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 144,417 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 121,967 miles

sump pan corroded slight oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2013 110,398 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 98,623 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 74,417 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 74,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 53,257 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 28,741 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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FG06 VLF is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG06 VLF, 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 FG06 VLF registered?

FG06 VLF is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is FG06 VLF safe to buy?

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