2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · WX02 AEE

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance history. The most recent test conducted in January 2026 at 32,467 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, mirroring the trend of clean passes over the previous five years. This lack of recorded faults suggests the vehicle remains maintained to a high standard and has not suffered from the mechanical or structural degradation typical of cars of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,350 miles per year. Between January 2022 and January 2026, the car covered only 9,175 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of storage. While this low mileage preserves wear-and-tear components like the drivetrain and engine internals, long intervals between use sometimes mask issues related to age-related decay such as rubber perish or fluid breakdown that do not manifest at low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by time and stationary use rather than mileage. Inspect the brake system for surface corrosion or seized calipers, and check the rubber suspension bushes and engine mounts, as these often crack when a vehicle is not driven regularly. The tester has found no structural issues, but a thorough check of the chassis sills and wheel arches is necessary to ensure that hidden corrosion has not developed during the periods of low use.