2007 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · HD07 FSF

The most recent MOT result for this 2007 Nissan Micra is a pass recorded in March 2026, following a failure earlier that same month. The failure involved lighting interference and a supplementary restraint system warning lamp. While the vehicle currently holds a clean pass, the maintenance trend indicates an increasing frequency of age-related failures and advisories. The recent presence of an SRS fault is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests an electrical or sensor-related issue within the airbag system that required rectification to achieve the current pass. With 69,411 miles recorded over 19 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 3,653 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the UK national average and indicates a history of light usage or extended periods of being stationary. From a mechanical perspective, while the lower mileage suggests less wear on the internal engine components and drivetrain, it places the vehicle in a category prone to age-related degradation. Low-use vehicles often suffer from rubber component perishing, fluid contamination, and corrosion due to a lack of regular thermal cycling and mechanical movement. A primary concern for a prospective buyer is the recurring history of tyre advisories regarding cracking and perishing, which has been noted consistently since 2022. You must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, checking the sidewalls for deep cracks or perishing, as even if the tread depth is sufficient, the rubber may be structurally compromised due to age. Additionally, following the recent major failure for a fractured nearside front coil spring, you should listen for any knocking or clunking sounds from the suspension during a test drive and check for any uneven ride height. Given the low annual mileage, you should also inspect the braking system for signs of binding calipers or heavily corroded brake discs, which often occur when a car is not driven frequently enough to clear surface oxidation. Verify that the SRS warning lamp remains extinguished during ignition and throughout the drive to ensure the previous fault is fully resolved. Finally, check the service history for evidence of calendar-based maintenance, such as oil and coolant changes, rather than just mileage-based intervals, to ensure that fluids have not degraded due to the vehicle's long periods of inactivity.