1990 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · H823 FJM

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised following a significant failure in its most recent test. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the September 2021 test at 55,974 miles revealed a critical structural defect. The tester identified excessive corrosion on the inner sill at the rear and the offside rear suspension mounting area, which significantly reduced structural strength. This failure marks a worsening trend from minor consumable wear to serious structural degradation that requires immediate attention to pass again. At 36 years old, the recorded mileage of 55,974 miles represents exceptionally low usage, averaging 1,555 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-mile operation, with only 793 miles covered between the May 2019 and September 2021 tests. However, the long interval between tests and the low mileage often correlates with long periods of standing, which is evidenced by the perishing and cracking of the nearside rear tyre and the fluid-related failures of the rubber components noted in 2021. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to assess the extent of the rust in the rear inner sills and suspension mounting points. The 2021 failure regarding a corroded offside rear brake pipe suggests that metalwork may be suffering from age-related oxidation despite the low mechanical mileage. Furthermore, the history of misting rear shock absorbers in both 2018 and 2019 indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life due to seal degradation rather than high wear.