2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · EJ02 AAZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning worsening trend regarding structural integrity. While it passed the most recent test on 17 June 2026 at 48,829 miles, it failed just five days prior at 48,818 miles. This failure was due to excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension mounting areas, which significantly reduced the structural strength of the outer sills. Although the subsequent pass noted the corrosion was not excessive on the inner sill, the underlying structural degradation remains a critical concern. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,035 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage, moving from 39,974 miles in June 2023 to 48,829 miles in June 2026. However, this low mileage correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The 2024 test flagged perishing tyres and multiple deteriorated drive shaft CV boots, which are common symptoms of a vehicle that sits for long periods rather than being driven high annual distances. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear chassis sills. The tester specifically flagged the suspension mounting points in the June 2026 failure, necessitating a close look for any new rust that may have progressed beyond the reported surface corrosion. The buyer should also verify the drive shaft boots for fresh tears, as these have been a recurring issue since 2024 and 2025. Given the age of the car and the low mileage, the brake discs and tyres should be checked for surface pitting and dry cracking despite the minimal wear recorded in the 2024 entry.