1998 NISSAN MICRA1.0L Petrol

The 2026‑06‑05 MOT passed with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness, yet the preceding 2026‑06‑04 test flagged severe corrosion of the rear suspension mounting and outer sill, a fault the workshop corrected before the later pass, indicating recent improvement. The vehicle’s 76,076 miles represent an average of 2,717 miles per year over 28 years, a low figure for a 1998 model, but mileage accelerated sharply from 2024 onward, rising from 61,677 miles in June 2024 to 76,076 miles by June 2026, a gain of 14,399 miles in just over two years. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear suspension mounting points and the outer sill for any residual rust or incomplete weld repair, verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and check tyre tread depth and suspension bushes, as these components were the only items flagged in the record. Given the structural rust history and the recent increase in usage, the vehicle warrants careful scrutiny of chassis integrity and brake performance before purchase, despite the recent clean MOT.