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FM06 VCW

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1386cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,972 mi
Last recorded56,972 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 VCW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,386cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 56,972 miles

Slight underbody surface corrosion to body and suspension components

Pass 31 Jul 2025 55,805 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 55,356 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 54,746 miles

Coil spring corroded all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 54,200 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 54,200 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 52,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 51,725 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 51,725 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 50,087 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 48,058 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 46,077 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 43,758 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 43,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 41,180 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2015 41,174 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 38,499 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 33,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 28,914 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,588 miles

both front tyres scrubbed to outer and inner edges require replacement a.s.a.p

Pass 6 May 2010 16,920 miles

near side front tyre worn to outer edge

Pass 7 May 2009 11,236 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 VCW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,386cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM06 VCW registered?

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

Is FM06 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 VCW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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