2004 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · GV53 ACX

The most recent MOT on 26 January 2024 at 108,949 mi recorded a pass, yet it carried four advisories – a near‑side registration plate lamp fault, a deteriorated rear plate, an under‑inflated near‑side rear tyre and wear on the off‑side front lower suspension arm pin. Compared with the series of failures in early 2023, the trend shows a modest improvement; the vehicle now clears the test but the recurring suspension bush wear and tyre condition indicate that the underlying issues have not been fully resolved. Across twenty‑two years the odometer rose from 59,773 mi in January 2015 to 108,949 mi in January 2024, averaging just under 5,000 mi per year. No abrupt mileage jumps appear in the record, suggesting the car has been driven lightly and consistently rather than subjected to periods of intensive use. The low annual mileage aligns with the relatively low wear on major components, though the mileage increment between the 2023‑02‑02 pass (102,716 mi) and the 2024‑01‑26 pass (108,949 mi) reflects a modest increase of roughly 6,200 mi in twelve months, consistent with the established pattern. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the front suspension assembly – the off‑side lower arm pin and bush showed wear in both 2023 and 2024, and the near‑side front upper anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint was flagged as excessively worn in early 2023. The near‑side rear tyre displayed a structural lump and under‑inflation in the latest test, so a thorough visual and tactile inspection is essential. Brake pads were recorded at less than 1.5 mm in early 2023, and front brake discs have repeatedly shown corrosion and scoring, warranting measurement of disc thickness and pad condition. Headlamp aim and intensity failures recur on the off‑side unit, so alignment and lens clarity should be verified, as should the operation of both registration plate lamps. Finally, the under‑carriage exhibits intermittent corrosion and rust‑related advisories; a visual check for panel rust and splash‑guard integrity will confirm whether any structural weakening has progressed.