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NM06 OSJ

2006 Nissan Micra

Red Petrol 1240cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

52,635 mi
Last recorded52,635 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Nissan Micra55,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM06 OSJ
MakeNissan
ModelMicra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,240cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 52,635 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 48,318 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 48,311 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 45,219 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working

Fail 22 Jan 2024 45,215 miles

Nearside Track rod end modification unsafe Locking nut loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working

Pass 17 Jan 2023 43,457 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working

Pass 20 Jan 2022 41,205 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working

Pass 11 Jan 2021 38,564 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 16 Jan 2020 36,169 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 16 Jan 2019 33,349 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 30,540 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 27,387 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 24,392 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 22,094 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 22,094 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,391 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 18,965 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both wiper rubbers splitting

nearside rear tyre worn to approx 2mm on outer edge

Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,929 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2010 14,372 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,143 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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NM06 OSJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra in Red with a 1,240cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 NM06 OSJ, 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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NM06 OSJ is a 2006 Nissan Micra, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is NM06 OSJ safe to buy?

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