2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · GK59 WVG

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift from perfect records to emerging mechanical issues. While the car passed four consecutive tests between 2021 and 2024 without defects, the inspection in September 2025 at 33,601 miles identified multiple points of concern. The tester flagged a nearside front brake binding condition and significant issues with three tyres. This indicates that despite the low mileage, the vehicle is now beginning to show signs of age-related degradation. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 33,601 miles is exceptionally low, averaging under 2,000 miles per year. This low-usage pattern explains the lack of defects in previous years, but it also explains the specific failures seen in the 2025 test. The perishing nearside rear tyre is a classic symptom of a vehicle sitting for long periods, where rubber degrades regardless regardless of tread depth. The outer edge wear on the offside and nearside front tyres suggests an alignment issue or worn suspension components that have gone unaddressed. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the nearside front braking assembly to determine if the binding is caused by a seized caliper piston or a perished rubber seal. The uneven tyre wear across the axle necessitates a check of the control arm bushes and strut mounts to ensure the geometry has not been compromised. Given the vehicle's age and low use, a thorough visual inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is also essential, as low-mileage cars often suffer from hidden rust in areas where moisture accumulates during stationary periods.