2005 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · DS05 AAK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean MOT pass on 12 June 2025 at 66,176 miles. The maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has successfully met minimum standards over the last three years. While the record shows failures exactly one day prior to testing in both 2024 and 2025, the lack of recorded defects suggests these were likely administrative or minor issues rectified immediately before the formal test commenced. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,151 miles per year. Between June 2023 and June 2025, the car covered only 3,780 miles, indicating a pattern of infrequent use or storage. This low mileage typically suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as bushings, seals, and brake hoses, which are not always captured by mileage alone. A buyer should prioritise an inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and sills pans, as older Nissan Micras are prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. Given the low use, the tester should check for seized brakes or seized calipers which often occur when a vehicle remains stationary. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or dry rot to ensure the age of the materials has not compromised their integrity despite the low odometer reading.