2014 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · BF14 XES

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a shift toward worsening mechanical component health. While it passed the test on 22 May 2026 at 27,992 miles, it had failed just days prior due to fractures in both nearside and offside rear coil springs, alongside worn front suspension arm pins or bushes. This sudden failure suggests that rubber and metal components are reaching the end of their service life despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,333 miles per year. Between June 2023 and June 2026, the car covered only 2,385 miles, indicating long periods of stationary or minimal use. This low usage pattern correlates with the recurring advisories for tyre perishing noted in both 2023 (25,607 miles) and 2024 (26,519 miles), where the rubber compound is degrading due to age and oxidation rather than wear from tread use. A buyer must inspect the front suspension in person to ensure the worn arm bushes identified in the May 2026 test have been replaced with high-quality parts. The fractured rear coil springs also require verification to ensure no secondary damage occurred to the strut mounting points or geometry. Given the history of perishing tyres, a physical inspection should check for deep sidewall cracking and structural deformation, as low-mileage vehicles often mask age-related degradation of rubber and fluid components.