2007 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · EX07 FPE

The vehicle was issued a current MOT pass certificate on 15 December 2025, though this followed directly on from a failed examination just two days earlier on 13 December 2025 which recorded four major defects. Considering the broader test history, the maintenance trend is best described as broadly stable but with a persistent pattern of advisories and recurring concerns. The most recent pass is welcome, but it was only secured after rectification of significant items including both headlamp aim issues, a stop lamp interference fault, and a split nearside driveshaft gaiter. Across the last four test cycles the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail, with the failed examinations consistently highlighting major defects in areas such as steering, suspension, lighting, and wheel bearings. The repeated advisory for nearside play in the steering rack inner joint across 2022, 2024, and 2025 also suggests an underlying wear issue that, while not yet at failure level, has been developing over several years. With recorded mileage of 238,451 miles spread across approximately nineteen years, the annual accumulation is around 12,550 miles. While not the highest figure seen, this is considerably above the modern UK average and confirms that the vehicle has been used consistently and extensively rather than left standing for long periods. Such high sustained mileage has predictable implications for consumables and mechanical components. Brake discs, pads, calipers, suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain items such as clutch, gearbox mounts, and engine ancillaries will all have experienced significant wear. The MOT records support this picture, with recurring advisories for tyre wear, steering rack play, and suspension component wear. Equally, the absence of prolonged standing periods means the buyer is less likely to encounter issues such as seized brake calipers, severe underbody corrosion from inactivity, or perished rubber components, although the sheer age of the vehicle still places many original parts well beyond their intended service life. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the areas that have repeatedly appeared in the test record. The persistent nearside steering rack inner joint play warrants a thorough inspection, ideally with the vehicle on a ramp, to check for any worsening of movement, looseness in the rack itself, or associated wear in the track rod ends, which have previously required replacement on both sides. Any knocking, clunking, or vagueness through the steering during a test drive would be a concern, as would uneven tyre wear across the front axle. The nearside front suspension arm inner bush, flagged as excessively worn in 2022, should be checked to confirm it was repaired to a satisfactory standard, as worn suspension bushes commonly produce knocking noises over speed bumps and can affect tracking and tyre longevity. Brake feel should also be evaluated, watching for pulling, vibration, or a spongy pedal, particularly given the high mileage. Beyond the specific MOT history, the age and mileage of this Micra demand a comprehensive inspection of items that deteriorate with calendar time regardless of use. Brake fluid, coolant, and engine oil should be verified as recently serviced, as these fluids degrade chemically and can cause internal corrosion or component failure if neglected. The 12V battery is likely due for replacement given the vehicle's age, and the exhaust system should be examined for corrosion, particularly at joints and the mounting points. Tyres should be checked not only for tread depth but for sidewall cracking and perishing, which is common on older vehicles. Given the documented split CV boot that was rectified in December 2025, the nearside driveshaft joint should be inspected for any signs of grease loss or re-damage, and the area around it checked for contamination. Finally, verifying a full service history with regular stamps, confirming the timing chain or belt replacement intervals have been observed, and listening for any unusual engine noises on start-up and during a steady warm drive will be essential in judging whether this high-mileage Micra remains a sound mechanical proposition.