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FG56 BNU

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,936 mi
Last recorded39,936 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 BNU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 39,936 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 37,991 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 37,991 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 33,605 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 31,490 miles

Central Inner Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 29,380 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 27,820 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 27,820 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 26,611 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 25,447 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 23,972 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 22,422 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 22,422 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 20,765 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 19,370 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 18,049 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,099 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,093 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 11,732 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 9,886 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 8,120 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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FG56 BNU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG56 BNU, 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 FG56 BNU registered?

FG56 BNU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 30 October 2006.

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