2016 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · DP16 OVO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 77,812 miles passed only after addressing failures for an inoperative windscreen washer, a failed registration plate lamp, and an offside rear tyre worn to the limit. While the faults were rectified, the recurring nature of failures suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical defects when necessary to pass the annual inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. There is a gap of over 11,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests and another 4,500 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use, which generally prevents the premature degradation of rubber components and seals compared to a vehicle that sits stationary for long periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry. The July 2024 failure at 73,260 miles flagged both the offside and nearside front suspension arm ball joints as excessively worn. Although these were replaced, the simultaneous wear on both sides can sometimes indicate poor alignment settings or heavy impact history that accelerated component failure. Additionally, the record shows a persistent issue with tyre quality, with perishing and damage noted in 2023 and 2024, and edge wear noted in 2025. A physical inspection of the remaining tyre tread and sidewall integrity is essential to ensure no further alignment issues are causing uneven scrubbing.