2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · FV10 FXU

The 2010 Nissan Micra presents a mixed maintenance picture at its most recent test on 24 July 2025, passing at 111,846 miles but carrying forward a minor central exhaust gas leak and a deteriorating rear number plate. The trend is broadly stable rather than sharply worsening, though the pattern of failing one day and passing the next on 23 and 24 July 2025 suggests the previous owner addressed only the immediate MoT failures rather than undertaking thorough preventative work. Tyres were replaced across all four wheels between the 2025 failure and pass, yet the central exhaust leak was left unresolved, indicating selective rather than comprehensive upkeep. At roughly 111,846 miles over approximately sixteen years, the annual average of around 6,990 miles is typical for a small urban hatchback of this age. The mileage progression is clean and consistent, rising from 105,670 miles in February 2023 to 107,537 miles in July 2024 and then to 111,843 miles in July 2025, which points to regular use without suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. The record itself is sparse, with only three test events visible across the past three years, so a buyer should verify service history independently to confirm whether routine oil changes and brake fluid replacements have been kept up between these test dates. A buyer inspecting this car in person should pay close attention to the front suspension, which has shown recurring wear. In the July 2024 failure at 107,537 miles, the nearside front suspension arm ball joint was excessively worn, while the offside front arm pin or bush was flagged as worn but not yet causing excessive movement. The following day's pass suggests the ball joint was replaced, but the worn bush was left in place, meaning the offside bush may now be due for attention. Have a technician check both front suspension arms, bushes, and ball joints for play, and look for uneven tyre wear that would confirm ongoing alignment or suspension issues. The rear braking system also warrants close scrutiny. In July 2024 the rear service brake requirements were only just met, with the tester noting the system appeared to need adjustment or repair, yet this did not reappear as a failure or advisory in 2025, suggesting only a basic adjustment was carried out. Inspect the rear brake discs, pads, and calipers for wear or binding, and check whether the handbrake holds firmly on a slope. The minor central exhaust gas leak flagged in both the 2025 failure and pass should be investigated at the flexi-joint or centre section, as a worsening leak can allow fumes into the cabin and will eventually cause the car to fail its next emissions check.