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MK06 YVW

2006 Nissan Micra

Blue Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

73,145 mi
Last recorded73,145 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK06 YVW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 73,145 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake has no reserve travel

Pass 13 Sep 2024 67,477 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

parking brake has no reserve travel

Pass 22 Jul 2023 60,840 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 60,840 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 55,708 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 55,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 53,310 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 52,533 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 17 Feb 2020 52,459 miles

Nearside Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate taped over (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 50,364 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 48,045 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 48,045 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 45,607 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 43,187 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 43,166 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 40,796 miles

all tyres deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2014 38,694 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 38,694 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 36,600 miles

front brake pads starting to wear

Pass 29 Feb 2012 33,634 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 31,230 miles

front brake pads starting to get low

Pass 26 Feb 2010 27,684 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,818 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outside eadge

n/s/r tyre worn on inside eadge

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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MK06 YVW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Blue with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 MK06 YVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK06 YVW registered?

MK06 YVW is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is MK06 YVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK06 YVW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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