1999 NISSAN MICRA1.0L Petrol

The Nissan Micra passed its most recent MOT on 28 January 2026 at 103,862 miles with no defects recorded, giving it a current roadworthy status. The underlying trend is erratic rather than stable. Two consecutive failures preceded this pass, with the tester recording no defects on either the 1 July 2025 test at 102,954 miles or the 13 December 2025 test at 103,700 miles. Such zero-defect failures typically indicate administrative or presentation issues at the test centre rather than mechanical faults, but the pattern shows the vehicle changed MOT status three times within seven months. The odometer shows 103,862 miles against a 27-year life, averaging roughly 3,847 miles per year. Low annual use is confirmed by the gap between tests: the car covered only 7,199 miles from the May 2018-style baseline of 92,663 miles on 18 May 2023 to the 28 January 2026 pass. It sat for over twelve months between the 30 May 2024 pass at 99,300 miles and the 1 July 2025 failure at 102,954 miles, then added just 908 miles across the next two failed attempts. Sparse, clean records with no advisories suggest light running but also mean wear on standing components went unflagged. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for corrosion on structural members and suspension mounting points, as the Micra's age makes hidden rust likely despite clean tests. Check brake discs, calipers, and suspension bushes for stiffness from prolonged inactivity between 2024 and 2025. Verify the exhaust emissions and tyre condition match the no-advisory record before purchase.