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GK06 VLW

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,437 mi
Last recorded108,437 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 VLW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 108,437 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear moisture in rear lamp

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 108,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear moisture in rear lamp

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 103,541 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 102,056 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 101,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front suspension subframe rear bushes BOTH SIDES, have movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 95,536 miles

rear tyres worn close to limit and perished

Pass 18 Feb 2021 88,868 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 80,566 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 70,369 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge of tread

Pass 22 Feb 2018 62,909 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 56,413 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,386 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 1 Apr 2015 49,269 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 45,830 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 38,974 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 32,111 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 26,143 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 26,143 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2010 22,116 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 22,116 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 17,713 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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GK06 VLW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GK06 VLW, 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 GK06 VLW registered?

GK06 VLW is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 2 March 2006.

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The MOT history for GK06 VLW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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