NISSAN MICRA2003 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a clear improving trend following a period of neglect. The most recent test conducted in May 2026 at 70,679 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical issues and wear items have been addressed. This follows a clean pass in May 2025, suggesting that the vehicle has maintained a stable level of care since the significant failures seen in early 2023. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,679 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. The data shows a consistent but infrequent usage pattern, with only 1,052 miles driven between the 2025 and 2026 tests, and 779 miles between 2024 and 2025. While this low mileage reduces general wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing often lead to degradation of rubber components, which appears to reflect in the history. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems given the history of multiple faults. The 2024 test flagged an offside track rod end ball joint with play, and the 2023 record highlighted a noisy nearside wheel bearing and fluctuating brake discs. Although these passed in subsequent tests, the buyer must verify that no new play in the steering or judder through the brake pedal has returned. Specific attention is also required for the tyres due to the low-usage profile. The 2023 failure due to multiple perished and cracked tyres suggests the rubber ages faster than it wears. The current tyres should be inspected for dry rot and sidewall cracking regardless of tread depth. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and floor pans is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying rust.