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2006 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · BD56 AAE

BD56 AAE

2006 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 06 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 105,060 miles. MOT valid until 08 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin
2006 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
105,060 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 08 Dec 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
1240cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a clean bill of health, with the most recent test conducted on 2 December 2025 at 105,060 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome aligns with a stable maintenance trend observed over the last four years, where the car has consistently cleared its annual inspections without any flagged advisories. The absence of recurring mechanical or structural warnings suggests that the vehicle has been subjected to diligent upkeep and that the primary systems remain in good working order. With an average annual usage of approximately 5,253 miles, the total recorded mileage of 105,060 over two decades is relatively low for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady, consistent accumulation of miles rather than long periods of inactivity, which is a positive indicator for the health of the engine and drivetrain components. The jump from 89,089 miles in October 2022 to 98,940 miles by November 2023 represents the highest period of usage in the provided history, yet the vehicle transitioned through these inspections without developing mechanical issues. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as Nissan Micras of this vintage are prone to corrosion in hidden areas that may not always be captured during a standard MOT. While the recent history is remarkably clean, the age of the vehicle necessitates a thorough check of rubber suspension bushes, gaiters, and cooling system hoses, which often perish due to time rather than mileage. Ensure the brake lines and fuel pipes are free from surface rust and verify that the handbrake mechanism holds firmly on an incline, as these are common points of wear for this model that may have been addressed during routine servicing outside of the MOT testing cycle.
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BD56 AAE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
  • 105,060 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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BD56 AAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 05:32
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Nissan Micra (BD56 AAE) between October 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Steering (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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BD56 AAE Mileage History

  1. 04/10/202289,089 mi
  2. 23/11/202398,935 mi+9,846 mi
  3. 23/11/202398,940 mi+5 mi
  4. 09/12/2024103,018 mi+4,078 mi
  5. 02/12/2025105,060 mi+2,042 mi

Average of roughly 5,050 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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