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NC06 VZW

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,809 mi
Last recorded117,809 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC06 VZW
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 117,809 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 112,282 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 23 May 2014 110,747 miles

Drivers view ; wiper frames worn , recommend replace , may cause screen damage

Engine cover / various other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Lighting ; n/s dip beam image fuzzy , suspect bulb

Suspension ; o/s/f lower arm rearward bush bonding partially detached

Fail 22 May 2014 110,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; Slight fluctuation on front brakes

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes 17 %

Drivers view ; wiper frames worn , recommend replace , may cause screen damage

Engine cover / various other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Lighting ; n/s dip beam image fuzzy , suspect bulb

Suspension ; o/s/f lower arm rearward bush bonding partially detached

Pass 10 Jun 2013 98,705 miles

body damage

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 7 Jun 2013 98,626 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

body damage

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 8 Jun 2012 83,283 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 83,281 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2011 64,426 miles

body damage

small chips on windscreen

Fail 26 May 2011 64,425 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

body damage

small chips on windscreen

Pass 2 Jun 2010 47,658 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 34,866 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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NC06 VZW is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NC06 VZW, 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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NC06 VZW is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 10 June 2006.

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