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FV06 TOU

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,798 mi
Last recorded83,798 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 TOU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2020 83,798 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive ()

Pass 13 Feb 2019 73,156 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

first 6 of 9 notches on handbrake is free travel

Pass 26 Jan 2018 66,518 miles

Oil leak ()

first 6 notches on handbrake is free travel

Fail 26 Jan 2018 66,518 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak ()

first 6 notches on handbrake is free travel

Pass 24 Jan 2017 60,083 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 51,622 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 51,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 44,169 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 40,702 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 36,554 miles

damage to offside rear tyre inner sidewall

Pass 17 Feb 2012 31,412 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,182 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 27,155 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 19,697 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 19,697 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,083 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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FV06 TOU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FV06 TOU, 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 FV06 TOU registered?

FV06 TOU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 27 July 2006.

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