2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · B4 CJX

The 2010 Nissan Micra has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 2026-02-11 at 97,569 miles. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been regularly serviced and driven with no major mechanical failures. The absence of advisories or recurring issues indicates the previous owners likely addressed routine maintenance promptly. However, the 2024-02-08 failure—though without recorded defects—stands out as an anomaly, as it occurred just three days before the subsequent pass test, which is unusual for a vehicle requiring repairs. Overall, the trend remains stable, though the brief gap between tests in early 2024 warrants scrutiny of whether any unrecorded work was performed. The mileage progression of approximately 6,100 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no extreme gaps or rapid accumulation. The most notable interval is between the 2023-02-21 test (85,041 miles) and the 2024-02-08 failure (86,718 miles), covering just 1,677 miles in 12 months—a relatively low annual distance. This suggests the car may have been stored or driven lightly during that period. The subsequent 5,953 miles between the 2024 failure and the 2024 pass test (86,871 miles) is also unusually low, reinforcing the possibility of limited use or deferred maintenance. No other intervals deviate significantly from the average, indicating consistent, albeit modest, annual mileage. Given the lack of recorded defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on high-wear components that are not routinely MOT-tested. The suspension—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and track rods—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points on this model at 16 years old. The brake system, including calipers, pads, and discs, requires close inspection for uneven wear, binding, or corrosion, especially given the brief 2024 test interval where unrecorded brake work might have been overlooked. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches, sills, and subframe, should be assessed for corrosion, as this Nissan Micra model is prone to rust in these areas. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions components should be checked for leaks or damage, as these are often overlooked until they fail an MOT. While the MOT record is reassuring, these areas are not always thoroughly tested and can degrade silently over time.