2004 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · FV54 FGK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in structural integrity. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 108,351 miles, this followed a significant failure just one month prior. The October 2025 failure identified excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension mounting areas that significantly reduced structural strength. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent November test, the presence of structural rust in the sills indicates that the chassis is reaching a critical stage of degradation requiring monitoring. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-two-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data shows very little movement in recent years, with only 2,056 miles recorded between October 2024 and November 2025. This low usage explains the perishing of rubber components, as the 2025 records flagged both rear tyres as perished and the nearside front tyre. When a car sits for long periods, tyres tend to dry out and crack due to age and oxidation rather than tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sills and suspension mounting points to ensure the corrosion has not progressed since the October 2025 failure. The transition from a corrosion advisory in 2023 to a structural failure in 2025 suggests active rust growth. Additionally, the oil leak noted in December 2022 should be checked to ensure it has not become an excessive leak. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, all rubber bushes and hoses should be inspected for dry rot or cracking regardless of their remaining tread depth.