2012 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · CK62 BYA

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring mechanical wear and deferred attention. The most recent test in October 2025 at 40,423 miles showed a pass following a failure two days prior for a binding offside rear service brake. While the binding brake was rectified, the record shows persistent issues with the steering rack inner joints and deteriorating front brake discs that span multiple testing years, suggesting that components are gradually reaching the end of their functional life despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the progression from 36,474 miles in October 2022 to 40,423 miles in late 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber and fluids. The repeated flags for perishing or cracking tyres in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the rubber likely suffers from dry oxidation rather than tread wear. A buyer must physically inspect the front steering assembly, as the steering rack inner joints have been flagged for play since at least 2024. The recurring mention of pitted and scored front brake discs suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, allowing surface corrosion to affect the metal surfaces. Additionally, the suspension arm bushes should be checked for further tearing following the advisory noted in 2024, and the previous wheel bearing play noted in 2022. The tyres should be examined for sidewall cracking, as the MOT history consistently indicates they are failing due to age rather than mileage depth.