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MF06 RVU

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

122,914 mi
Last recorded122,914 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 RVU
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 122,914 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 102,212 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2023 102,212 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 93,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 87,616 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2021 87,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Oct 2020 81,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 72,679 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2019 72,674 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 61,041 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 61,041 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 60,835 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Is 195/50 16 - should be 185/50 16 (5.2.3 (b))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 50,164 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured front and rear (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge and age related cracking (4.1.E.1)

rear wiper torn

Pass 6 Jul 2016 39,967 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 27,947 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 22,732 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,213 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 17,951 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,745 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 13,975 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 11,640 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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MF06 RVU is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MF06 RVU, 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 MF06 RVU registered?

MF06 RVU is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is MF06 RVU safe to buy?

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