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FM06 VCU

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

56,593 mi
Last recorded56,593 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 VCU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 56,593 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 56,537 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength located next to engine mounting and suspension strut top. marked. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 51,668 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 46,486 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 46,486 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour front and rear showing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 39,985 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 34,499 miles

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

front and rear indicators slightly discolored

Pass 12 Jan 2021 28,434 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 22,302 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 16,182 miles

all indicator bulbs showing signs of fading

Pass 8 Feb 2018 13,819 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 13,340 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 12,357 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 12,357 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 11,258 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,317 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 9,292 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 9,292 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,215 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 7,088 miles

Front and rear number plates starting to delaminate

Pass 15 Jun 2010 6,030 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 6,030 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 4,746 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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FM06 VCU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FM06 VCU, 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 VCU registered?

FM06 VCU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is FM06 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 VCU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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