2014 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · AY64 WCV

The Nissan Micra in question presents a clean MOT history over the past three years, with no defects recorded in any of the five tests conducted between October 2023 and October 2025. The most recent entries—both a pass and a fail on the same date in October 2025—are unusual but technically inconsequential, as neither test identified any issues. This suggests the vehicle has maintained a stable mechanical condition, with no signs of worsening problems or recurring advisories that might indicate neglect. The absence of defects in tests spanning 11,203 miles (from 107,618 to 118,821) further supports the conclusion that major components—brakes, suspension, steering, and structural integrity—have remained within acceptable limits. However, the duplicate pass/fail entries on the same mileage raise a minor red flag: either a clerical error occurred, or the tester initially missed something trivial that was later corrected without documentation. No further action is required unless the buyer observes inconsistencies in the vehicle’s service history. The Micra’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for its age, averaging around 9,902 miles per year—a figure that neither suggests excessive wear nor prolonged disuse. The recorded mileage jumps from 94,719 in October 2023 to 107,618 in October 2024 (a 12,899-mile increase) and then to 118,821 in October 2025 (another 11,203 miles), indicating consistent but not aggressive driving. There are no gaps longer than 12 months between tests, which is ideal for tracking wear on consumables like tyres, brake pads, and suspension components. The lack of advisories or defects in this period implies that routine maintenance—such as fluid top-ups, filter replacements, and minor wear checks—has likely been addressed. That said, the absence of recorded advisories does not guarantee that all servicing was up to standard; some issues, such as early-stage suspension wear or minor corrosion, might have been addressed privately without MOT notation. For a buyer, the primary focus should be on components not covered by the MOT but critical to long-term reliability. Given the clean history, the suspension—particularly the front lower arm bushes, rear shock absorbers, and coil springs—should be inspected for stiffness or uneven wear, as these are common failure points in Micras of this age. The braking system, while not flagged, warrants a closer look: check for uneven pad thickness, seized calipers, or glazed discs, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard. Exhaust emissions and fuel efficiency could also degrade over time without visible MOT issues, so a pre-purchase diagnostic scan for engine management faults would be prudent. Structural corrosion, though rare in Micras, should be verified under the sills, wheel arches, and rear subframe, as salt or moisture ingress can compromise safety without immediate symptoms. Finally, the dual pass/fail entries on the same mileage in 2025, while harmless, suggest the previous owner may have been less meticulous with documentation—justifying a request for full service records.