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FM06 OBX

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

67,906 mi
Last recorded67,906 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 OBX
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 67,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/r & n/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

engine oil level low

Fail 16 Sep 2025 67,890 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/r & n/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

engine oil level low

Pass 26 Sep 2024 56,372 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 56,372 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 48,416 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 48,415 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 41,759 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 36,672 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 32,977 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 32,977 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 29,886 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 27,354 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 27,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2017 26,079 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,619 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 22,954 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 22,953 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

both rear tyres side wall perished and cracking

Fail 22 Sep 2014 21,253 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Sep 2014 21,253 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,214 miles

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

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

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

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

offside front wing damaged,not considered dangerous.

Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,688 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2011 15,609 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,609 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 13,795 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 11,767 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 11,767 miles

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

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

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

rear wiper split

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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FM06 OBX is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 FM06 OBX, 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 FM06 OBX registered?

FM06 OBX is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 3 July 2006.

Is FM06 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 OBX shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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