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IHZ 5497

2006 Nissan Micra

Beige Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,311 mi
Last recorded160,311 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIHZ 5497
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 160,311 miles

exhaust minor leak-wishbone bushes slightly perished-front links slight play-

Pass 28 Jun 2025 149,878 miles

front brake pads wearing low-osf brake hose deteriorated-wishbone bushes perished slightly-front tyres on limit-

Pass 20 Jul 2024 137,099 miles

parking brake lever slight travel-nsf linjk boot perished-

Pass 15 Jul 2023 119,098 miles

front anti roll bar links slight play-parking brake lever slight travel-

Fail 15 Jul 2023 119,098 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn n s f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play o s f (2.1.3 (b) (i))

front anti roll bar links slight play-parking brake lever slight travel-

Pass 28 Jul 2022 100,757 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 100,757 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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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IHZ 5497 is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Beige with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 IHZ 5497, 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 IHZ 5497 registered?

IHZ 5497 is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is IHZ 5497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IHZ 5497 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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