2022 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · DS22 AEP

The vehicle currently presents a poor roadworthiness status characterized by a worsening maintenance trend. The most recent test on March 23, 2026 at 135,309 miles revealed multiple critical failures across braking, wheel, and tyre systems. While the car passed a test in April 2025, the subsequent failure for thin brake pads, worn discs, and structural tyre damage indicates that essential safety items are being neglected until they reach legal failure limits. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 33,800 miles per year. Between the April 2025 test and the March 2026 failure, the car covered 25,941 miles in less than a year. This rapid accumulation suggests high-intensity motorway use or heavy commercial application, which places significant stress on the drivetrain and chassis-related components. The frequency of use explains the consistent wear on consumables and the rapid degradation of suspension-related parts noted in the records. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the wheels and suspension, as all four road wheels have been flagged as distorted across the last two tests. This persistent issue suggests frequent curb strikes or significant impact damage. The nearside front lower suspension arm bush was already noted as excessively worn in 2025, and the buyer should verify if this was replaced or if the wear continues to compromise the steering geometry. The braking system requires immediate attention due to the history of fluctuating brakes in 2025 followed by thin pads and worn discs in 2026. Given the high mileage and the pattern of reactive maintenance, the buyer should also check for signs of binding calipers or further uneven tyre wear. The recent failure for a cut offside front tyre reaching the cords highlights a lack of proactive safety checks, which is a concern for any vehicle operating at such high annual.