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2006 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · BD56 AEF

BD56 AEF

2006 Nissan Micra (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2006. Recorded mileage 89,074 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
NISSAN MICRA
Year / Origin
2006 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage
89,074 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
1240cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of inconsistent testing. The most recent inspection on 08 September 2025 at 89,074 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, successfully overturning a failure just ten days prior. This sequence suggests that any mechanical issues identified in the previous test were immediately rectified by the owner. The lack of recurring advisories across the last three passes indicates a vehicle that currently sits in a clean mechanical condition despite its age. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,454 miles per year. Between the July 2023 test at 83,540 miles and the August 2024 test at 87,102 miles, the car covered only 3,562 miles. The subsequent interval saw 1,972 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it also increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading or brakes seizing due to periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as low-mileage cars often suffer from hidden corrosion or perished bushings. Check the sills and rear wheel arches for structural rust, which are common failure points for Micras of this era. Given the recent failures in 2024 and 2025, verify the condition of the brake discs and the state of the exhaust system to ensure the repairs made were thorough rather than temporary fixes to pass the test.

BD56 AEF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
  • 89,074 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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BD56 AEF Mileage History

  1. 11/07/202383,540 mi
  2. 13/08/202487,102 mi+3,562 mi
  3. 13/08/202487,102 mi
  4. 29/08/202589,074 mi+1,972 mi
  5. 08/09/202589,074 mi

Average of roughly 2,559 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BD56 AEF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 13:52
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Nissan Micra (BD56 AEF) between July 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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