2017 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · AX66 BOJ

A consistently clean DVSA record across five consecutive test cycles establishes this 2017 Nissan Micra as a vehicle with a strong, uninterrupted roadworthiness profile. The most recent assessment on 5 January 2026 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, matching the outcome of every prior test dating back to January 2022. The absence of any flagged component wear, corrosion, fluid leaks, or lighting defects across this multi-year span is a notable indicator of structural and mechanical integrity, particularly for a nine-year-old supermini that would typically begin to surface age-related advisories on items such as suspension bushes, brake components, or exhaust mountings. The uniformity of clean results suggests stable mechanical condition rather than a vehicle that has oscillated between ad-hoc repairs and neglect. With 70,741 miles recorded against a nine-year service life, the vehicle accumulates at roughly 7,860 miles per year, which sits squarely within the expected range for a car of this age and class. The mileage progression between tests appears incremental and consistent, with no anomalous jumps, gaps, or periods of inactivity that might suggest long-term standing or odometer discontinuity. This steady, moderate usage pattern is mechanically favourable: it implies regular thermal cycling of the engine and drivetrain, consistent brake and clutch wear, and ongoing exercise of suspension and steering components rather than the dry-joint and seal degradation that often accompanies low-mileage or stored vehicles. Routine consumable wear should therefore track proportionately to distance covered rather than age. For a prospective buyer, the lack of any component-specific advisories in the MOT history means there are no flagged weak points to interrogate, but a focused test drive should still confirm the items that most commonly affect a Micra of this generation. Listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly indicative of worn anti-roll bar drop links, bottom arm bushes, or front strut top mountings, all of which can deteriorate without immediately triggering a test failure. During braking, check for any steering wheel vibration, pedal pulsation, or pulling to one side, which would point to disc warp, pad wear, or a binding caliper, and inspect the inner and outer faces of the discs for lipping or surface corrosion. Additional checks should focus on areas not directly visible during an MOT but related to age-related deterioration. Inspect the underside, particularly the subframe mounting points, rear brake flexible hoses, and fuel and brake pipe runs along the chassis, for any emerging surface rust that could become a future advisory. On test drive, confirm smooth clutch take-up without slippage or judder, and verify that the five-speed manual transmission selects cleanly without synchromesh crunch in second or third. The engine should idle smoothly without misfire lights or irregular revving, and a brief under-bonnet inspection for oil seepage around the cam cover and sump gasket is worthwhile given the mileage, though the unblemished MOT record suggests no leaks have yet progressed to the point of tester concern.