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FM06 VTP

2006 Nissan Micra

Silver Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,936 mi
Last recorded78,936 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 78,936 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 73,166 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 67,745 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 62,234 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 57,587 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 53,689 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 2 Nov 2017 53,624 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 3 Nov 2016 49,402 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 44,591 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 39,324 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 34,191 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 34,191 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 28,878 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 28,878 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 24,181 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 20,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Nov 2010 20,180 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 13,213 miles

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

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 VTP is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Silver with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VTP, 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 VTP registered?

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

Is FM06 VTP safe to buy?

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