2007 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · KH57 AAZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent test on 26 September 2025 at 105,713 miles. While the car passed, the tester flagged a nearside front tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing. This follows a similar advisory in October 2024 at 101,567 miles regarding both nearside front and nearside rear tyres. These recurring tyre issues suggest the vehicle may sit idle for extended periods, leading to rubber degradation despite relatively low annual usage. The mileage history indicates a consistent pattern of low-intensity use, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year over its nineteen-year lifespan. The recorded distance grew from 31,334 miles in September 2012 to 105,713 miles in September 2025. This slow accumulation of mileage often correlates with the age-related rubber perishing seen in the recent tyre advisories. The data shows no evidence of sudden, heavy mileage spikes, suggesting a predictable driving history. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components. The records show a persistent trend of wear in the nearside front track rod end ball joint, which was flagged with slight play in 2021 and 2022, eventually causing a failure in October 2023 at 97,207 miles. The offside front coil spring also showed signs of corrosion in 2020 and eventually fractured, leading to the 2023 failure. These recurring issues indicate that while major repairs have been carried out, the suspension system is a known area of wear for this specific vehicle. Brake disc condition also warrants a physical inspection. The tester noted pitted or scored front brake discs in September 2020 and again during the October 2023 test. While these were not classified as serious structural weaknesses, the repetition suggests the discs are prone to surface corrosion, likely due to the low-mileage driving style. A thorough check of the braking system and a visual inspection of all suspension bushes and springs is recommended to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the last inspection.