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NJ06 VYH

2006 Nissan Micra

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

103,535 mi
Last recorded103,535 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ06 VYH
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 103,535 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 26 Feb 2025 87,987 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 82,355 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 82,355 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 77,742 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 77,742 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 73,396 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 73,386 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 69,138 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 65,820 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 64,819 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside front and offside and nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 May 2019 64,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside front and offside and nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 63,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 63,406 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 62,021 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 60,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 58,649 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 57,090 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 55,652 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,383 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,890 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 52,889 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 49,716 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 49,207 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 49,207 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 36,980 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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NJ06 VYH is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 NJ06 VYH, 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 NJ06 VYH registered?

NJ06 VYH is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 4 March 2006.

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The MOT history for NJ06 VYH shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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