2006 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · BD56 AFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 21 July 2025 at 85,451 miles, where it passed with no recorded defects. This success follows a failure just two weeks prior at 85,133 miles, suggesting a minor issue was identified and rectified immediately to ensure compliance. The overall history indicates a consistent standard of maintenance with no recurring mechanical failures or persistent structural degradation over the last two years. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,273 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between November 2023 and August 2024, where the car covered only 2,147 miles, followed by a more active period of 8,628 miles in the eleven months leading up to the most recent test. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the age-to-mile ratio can sometimes lead to perished rubber components, such as seals or brake lines, if the vehicle has sat for extended periods or been used only for very short trips. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, specifically the sills and rear wheel arches, where these Micras are prone to corrosion over two decades. Despite the clean MOT record, the low mileage necessitates a check of the suspension bushes and tyres for flat spotting or cracking. Since the failures in 2023 and 2025 occurred without specific defects listed in this summary, it is likely they were simple items like light bulbs or minor leaks that were quickly addressed, but a physical check of the brake fluid and exhaust condition remains prudent given the vehicle's age.