2008 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · CV58 FLJ

The 2008 Nissan Micra presents a largely stable maintenance profile, passing its most recent MOT on 2 August 2025 at 106,679 miles with only a minor advisory. The tester flagged a worn Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rear bush, noting it had not yet resulted in excessive movement. This is a low-severity wear item rather than a structural or safety-critical failure, and the absence of repeated or escalating defects across the last three tests indicates the car has been kept in reasonable mechanical order. The trend is broadly stable, with no worsening pattern of deterioration. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the June 2022 pass at 96,400 miles and the August 2025 test at 106,679 miles, the car covered just 10,279 miles over more than three years, averaging roughly 3,100 miles annually in that window. Prior to that, the annualised figure was closer to 6,000 miles, which itself sits below the UK average. Such low usage raises the possibility of extended periods of standing, which can lead to perished rubber components, flat-spotted tyres, and moisture-related corrosion in brake lines and exhaust systems, even when the MOT record looks clean. The single advisory on the front lower suspension arm rear bush is worth investigating in person. A worn bush at this age and mileage is not unusual, but a buyer should check whether the nearside side shows symmetrical wear and whether the arm itself requires replacement rather than just the bush. Inspect the condition of all suspension bushes, coil springs for cracking, and drop links for play. Given the low mileage and potential for standing, examine the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion, check the tyre dates and sidewalls for age-related perishing, and assess the exhaust system for moisture ingress corrosion, particularly around the rear box and joints. The June 2022 failure for insufficient washer liquid was a trivial oversight, likely a simple top-up issue rather than a fault with the washer pump or plumbing. No recurring electrical or visibility defects have appeared since. Overall, the record suggests a car that has been lightly used and reasonably maintained, with no serious structural or mechanical red flags. A thorough in-person inspection focusing on rubber components, brake condition, and any signs of long-term storage will give a buyer the clearest picture before committing.