2018 Nissan Micra 0.9L Petrol · DS05 EAR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 70,554 miles shows a pass following a failure just three days prior. This failure highlighted critical issues including excessively worn suspension arm bushes and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. While the immediate faults appear to have been addressed to secure the pass, the persistence of oil misting on both front shock absorbers indicates these components are nearing the end of their functional life and will require future replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 22,000 miles between the June 2024 test at 47,857 miles and the June 2025 test at 70,552 miles. This rapid accumulation over a single year explains the accelerated wear observed on consumable components, such as the front tyre which was found at the 2mm legal limit during the 2024 inspection. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry closely to ensure the worn arm pin bushes were properly replaced and not merely adjusted. The recurring advisory on the front shock absorber seals necessitates a physical check for increased leakage, as light misting often precedes a total seal failure and loss of damping. Given the previous failure of the tyre pressure monitoring system, the dashboard should be verified for any persistent warning lights that might indicate the repair was incomplete. Final inspection of the remaining tyre depth is essential, as the history suggests a pattern of running tyres until they reach the legal limit.