2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · EY09 WFD

The Nissan Micra presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at 95,474 miles on 19 November 2025. That most recent test, conducted just seven months ago, recorded zero defects, advisories, or failures. The preceding four consecutive annual tests, spanning from November 2021 through November 2024, also passed with no defects whatsoever. This unbroken five-year streak of first-time clean passes indicates consistent mechanical upkeep and no emerging faults. The maintenance trend is stable, with no evidence of deterioration or neglect. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 2009 vehicle now approaching 17 years of age. The recorded distance rose from 90,508 miles in November 2021 to 95,474 miles in November 2025, a total accumulation of 4,966 miles over four years, or roughly 1,241 miles per year during that window. This is significantly below the already modest long-term average of approximately 5,616 miles per year. Such subdued usage suggests the car has seen light duties, likely short urban trips or extended periods of inactivity. Low mileage can preserve mechanical components but also raises the possibility of moisture-related corrosion in the exhaust, brake seizure from infrequent use, or perished rubber seals and bushes due to age rather than wear. Despite the pristine MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on age-related deterioration. With no recent advisories to guide attention, the inspection should prioritise structural corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, particularly around the rear beam and inner wing seams. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may appear sound on a short test drive but could be perished or fatigued from years of static loading rather than high mileage. Brake calipers should be checked for binding and handbrake cables for free movement, as infrequent use can cause sticking. Tyre age and condition deserve close scrutiny; even with ample tread depth, rubber older than six years can develop sidewall cracking and reduced grip. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and flexible bellows, should be examined for internal deterioration and external corrosion that may not yet trigger an emissions failure. Finally, verify that all electrical systems, including lights, wipers, and dashboard warning lamps, function correctly, as intermittent faults can emerge after long periods of vehicle dormancy.