2006 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · CA06 DXM

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently questionable following a failure in the most recent test in May 2025 at 98,272 miles. While the car maintained a clean record for four consecutive years, the recent failure indicates a sudden mechanical or structural issue that requires immediate attention before the vehicle can pass. Because no defects were recorded in the 2021 through 2024 tests, the failure suggests a specific component failure rather than a gradual trend of neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between February 2021 and February 2024, the car covered 20,489 miles, showing consistent but low-intensity usage. However, the gap between the February 2024 test and the 2025 failure shows an accumulation of 6,708 miles in fifteen months. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components like suspension bushes and tyre seals due to age and oxidation, despite the low distance driven. A buyer must verify the specific reason for the May 2025 failure to determine if the issue relates to structural integrity or a mechanical component. Given the age of the Nissan Micra, a physical inspection should focus on corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, which are common failure points for this model. The buyer should also check for seized brake calipers or perished hoses, as low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods frequently suffer from internal corrosion in the braking system and fluid degradation.