2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · BN59 YVC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in March 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test at 45,026 miles cleared the car of defects, the failure just one day prior highlighted multiple mechanical lapses across suspension and safety-related items. The presence of a fractured nearside anti-roll bar linkage and a defective wiper blade in the 2026 test suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they result in an imminent MOT failure. At 17 years old, the Nissan Micra shows exceptionally low mileage with just 45,026 miles, averaging approximately 2,650 miles per year. This low usage explains the lack of heavy wear on the drivetrain, but it introduces significant risks related to age and rubber degradation. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the vehicle covered only 2,087 miles, yet this period of low use coincided with a fractured offside front coil spring. Such failures are common in low-mileage vehicles where components perish or become brittle over time despite minimal remaining tread life. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and rubber components due to recurring issues noted in the record. The rear tyres were flagged for perishing and cracking in both 2025 and 2026, indicating the rubber has reached its structural life limit regardless of tread depth. The buyer should specifically check all anti-roll bar linkages and bushings for signs of corrosion or play, as the vehicle has already demonstrated a history of component failure. Given the age of the car, a close inspection for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel pans is essential, as low-mileage cars often sit in environments that accelerate rust while the engine remains pristine.