2018 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · DG68 YCB

The 2018 Nissan Micra presents a stable and generally well-maintained roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 30 May 2025 at 68,999 miles resulting in a pass. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though a recurring pattern of tyre perishing and minor wear items suggests the previous owner addressed faults reactively rather than proactively. The May 2025 test flagged both rear tyres as slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing, a defect that has appeared in three of the last four annual tests. This indicates the rear tyres have been a persistent weak point, likely due to the vehicle spending extended periods stationary or being fitted with older rubber. The tester also noted a worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush in June 2024 at 58,121 miles, which did not reappear in the following test, suggesting it was rectified. No structural corrosion, exhaust emissions failures, or braking system defects have been recorded, which is encouraging for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation of approximately 8,625 miles per year is typical for a small urban hatchback and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or suspiciously low use. The record shows consistent annual testing from 2021 through 2025, with no significant gaps that would suggest the vehicle sat unused for long periods. The odometer reading of 68,999 miles at the May 2025 test aligns closely with the expected trajectory from the 33,526 miles recorded in September 2021, confirming steady and predictable usage over roughly four and a half years. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay close attention to the condition of all four tyres, particularly the rears, given the repeated advisories for cracking and perishing. Tyre age should be checked via the DOT date code, as perished rubber often indicates tyres that are older than five years regardless of remaining tread depth. The front suspension, specifically the nearside arm bush that was flagged in 2024, should be examined for any play or deterioration, even though it was not noted in the most recent test. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in September 2021 at 33,526 miles, so a buyer should verify the current pad thickness and disc condition, as these components will have seen significant use since that advisory. A brief road test focusing on brake feel, suspension noise over uneven surfaces, and steering alignment will confirm whether the reactive maintenance pattern has left any underlying issues unaddressed.