2001 NISSAN MICRA1.0L Petrol

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 3 September 2025 at 76,413 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, despite a failure just two days prior at 76,411 miles. This specific sequence suggests a minor administrative error or a trivial consumable failure that was rectified immediately before the re-test, as the vehicle has maintained a clean inspection record for the preceding two years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 25-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,057 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2025, the car covered only 4,112 miles, indicating a pattern of low-intensity use or long periods where the vehicle remained stationary. Such low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, engine, and braking components. However, extended stationary periods can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or fluid-related issues that are not captured by a standard MOT de-pollution test. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the chassis and floorpan. Given the age of this Micra, corrosion remains the primary risk in the wheel arches, sills, and suspension mounting points regardless of low mileage. The inspector should also evaluate the suspension bushes and tyres, as these can perish and crack due to age rather than through wear. Checking the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers is also advisable, as low-use vehicles often suffer from surface rust on the braking system.