2004 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · B19 RBJ

The Nissan Micra presents a historically stable maintenance trend, with the most recent DVSA test on 18 February 2022 at 46,491 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. Earlier examinations on 12 November 2020 at 41,820 miles and 17 May 2019 at 35,568 miles also produced clean passes. The record shows a failure logged on 17 May 2019 at identical mileage with no defects cited, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Odometer readings confirm exceptionally light use for a 2004 registered hatchback. The baseline 33,704 miles from 18 May 2018 climbs to 35,568 miles by May 2019, then 41,820 miles in November 2020, reaching 46,491 miles in February 2022. Annual coverage averages near 2,100 miles. The eighteen month gap between spring 2019 and late 2020 contributes the largest accumulation segment yet remains modest. Sparse clean certificates suggest prior keepers maintained statutory compliance though the thin dataset limits judgement on consumable renewal. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of components prone to age and stagnation rather than wear from distance. Standing periods encourage corrosion on subframe and structural mounts, suspension bushes losing pliability, and binding calipers through seized slides. Technician should measure brake disc runout and check coil springs for stress cracks. Exhaust emissions may read lean due to infrequent operation. Tyre sidewalls often perish and wiper rubbers harden despite low tread loss, minor items but indicative of storage conditions. Relative to today's date of 16 July 2026, the newest MOT sits over four years stale. No subsequent test appears in the supplied record, leaving current roadworthiness unverified. Latent steering joint wear or hidden rust could escape detection without a fresh examination. Arrange a full pre-purchase assessment by a qualified inspector before committing funds.