2006 Nissan Micra 1.6L Petrol · D11 HAM
2006 Nissan Micra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 167,242 miles. MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- NISSAN MICRA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,242 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D11 HAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2026
- 167,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D11 HAM MOT History
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 (D11 HAM) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 September 2026 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: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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 Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
D11 HAM Mileage History
- 20/09/2024153,199 mi
- 17/09/2025159,748 mi+6,549 mi
- 22/09/2025159,942 mi+194 mi
- 16/09/2026167,144 mi+7,202 mi
- 22/09/2026167,242 mi+98 mi
Average of roughly 7,007 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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