2003 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · 1 DRK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 11 May 2026 at 121,670 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed immediately prior due to a blown position lamp, a perished anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover, and corroded front shock absorber legs. The recurrence of lighting issues and suspension wear suggests that the owner only addresses defects when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing routine inspections between tests. At 121,670 miles over 23 years, the Micra averages a low mileage of approximately 5,290 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low usage, with only 1,445 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 1,135 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. This low mileage often correlates with age degradation of rubber components and environmental-related corrosion, which is consistent with the mechanical issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and structural areas. The record from May 2024 flagged worn suspension component bushes and corroded rear coil springs, while the May 2026 failure highlighted corroded front shock absorber legs. These indicators suggest a vulnerability to rust on load-bearing components. The buyer should check for further degradation of the anti-roll bar joints and the condition of the shock absorber mounts, as the history shows these areas are prone to failure on this specific vehicle.