2005 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · FT05 CWK

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in June 2025 at 119,040 miles, it had failed immediately prior with multiple significant defects including a major exhaust leak, worn brake components, and lighting failures. The record shows that the owner only addresses faults once they reach a failure threshold, as evidenced by recurring advisories for suspension components and track rod ends that persist across multiple testing cycles. At 21 years of age, the recorded mileage of 119,040 miles represents an average of approximately 5,670 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the car is used sparingly, yet the data indicates it suffers from age-related wear. Between June 2024 and June 2025, the vehicle covered 9,814 miles, showing a recent spike in usage. The low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and metalwork, as seen in the deteriorating state of the brake hoses and the radiator core. A buyer must closely inspect the structural integrity of the chassis, specifically the nearside rear body sill which was flagged for corrosion in 2025. The suspension system is a point of concern, with coil springs noted as corroded since 2023 and a lower suspension arm bush previously flagged in 2024. The offside front track rod end has shown play for at least two years, indicating steering components are not being replaced regularly. Given the history of corroded brake hoses, the buyer should verify the current state of the offside rear wheel bearing and the condition of the braking system to ensure the previous reports of thin pads and pitted discs were fully rectified.