1996 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · N834 KWS

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a worsening structural condition and recurring mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in February 2025 at 111,867 miles, the history reveals a consistent pattern of failing to address fundamental faults between inspections. The maintenance trend is unstable, as critical issues such as binding offside front brakes and structural corrosion have appeared repeatedly across multiple years, suggesting that the owner only performs the minimum repairs required to pass the MOT test rather than conducting preventative maintenance. At approximately 30 years old, the recorded mileage of 111,867 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just 3,700 miles per year. This low usage frequency likely explains the advanced state of rubber-based components and metalwork. There is a significant gap in records between 2018 and 2020, after which the vehicle covered only 6,000 miles. Such periods of standing often lead to the perishing of tyres and the seizing of brake components, which is reflected in the more recent test results despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the sills and underbody structure, as the record flags multiple structural failures. In January 2024, the offside rear inner and outer sills failed for significant corrosion that reduced assembly rigidity, and the fuel filler neck was noted as badly corroded. These are terminal-grade issues for a vehicle of age if not professionally repaired. You should verify if the recent structural repairs are structurally sound or merely cosmetic patches intended to hide deeper rot. The braking system also requires close scrutiny due to the offside front service brake being flagged as excessively binding in 2022, 2023, and 2025. Additionally, the offside rear brake pipe showed heavy corrosion in early 2024. Given the history of imbalanced rear brakes and worn pads, a full inspection of the calipers, hoses, and brake lines is necessary. The recurring mention of oil misting on shock absorbers since 2018 indicates the suspension components are nearing the end of their functional life.