2016 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · FN16 LBG

A clean sheet of MOT results across the recorded testing history defines this 2016 Nissan Micra from a roadworthiness perspective, with no advisories, failures, or component-specific defects noted at any of the documented tests. The most recent examination on 2 February 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, mirroring the clean outcomes from the 2025, 2024, and 2023 tests. The duplicate entries dated 30 January 2025 one pass and one fail both recorded as "no defects recorded," which reflects a tester or administrative correction on the DVSA record rather than any underlying mechanical concern. Across a ten-year span of testing, the absence of any flagged items relating to braking components, suspension, corrosion, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity is a notably strong indicator of consistent mechanical condition. Mileage accumulation for this Micra sits at 55,557 recorded miles over an approximately ten-year vehicle age, translating to an average of around 5,556 miles per year. That figure is considerably below the typical annual mileage for a vehicle of this type and age, suggesting either predominantly low-intensity urban use or extended periods where the car saw limited road time. From a mechanical standpoint, lower annual mileage of this nature generally reduces wear rates on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and gearbox, while also limiting the thermal cycling that typically degrades brake discs and pads. However, low-mileage vehicles can develop localised issues from standing, particularly around brake caliper seizure, dry corrosion on disc surfaces, and perishing of rubber components such as drive shaft boots or suspension bushes. The fact that no such defects have been flagged across four consecutive tests suggests those standing-related issues have not yet manifested to a testable degree. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any historical advisories means there are no specific flagged components to target for reinspection, but the low-mileage usage profile still warrants a focused physical check. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn top mounts or anti-roll bar linkages that have not yet been recorded at test. Apply the brakes firmly from a moderate speed to confirm the pedal feels firm and the vehicle stops squarely without pulling to either side, as seized caliper slides or warped front discs would reveal themselves through judder or uneven retardation. Steering should feel consistent and free of excess play or vagueness around the straight-ahead position. Under the bonnet, check for any signs of fluid staining around the engine block or gearbox, and inspect the coolant and oil filler caps for evidence of mayonnaise-like residue, which would suggest head gasket concerns given the limited use the vehicle has seen. Given the gap between MOT testing windows and the lack of recorded mileage progression points within the supplied data, it is worth confirming the service history documentation and verifying that the vehicle has been started and run regularly during any quieter periods. A low-mileage Nissan Micra of this vintage should otherwise be inspected for the usual age-related items that do not always fall under MOT scrutiny, including tyre condition and pressures, battery health after potential periods of limited charging, and the condition of the exhaust mounting rubbers which can perish with age. The cabin heater should blow warm promptly from a cold start to confirm cooling system circulation. Overall, the MOT profile offers no reason for concern, but the modest annual mileage figure warrants the kind of physical inspection outlined above to ensure that the car's limited use has not introduced any standing-related defects beyond the scope of the standard test.