2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · HG09 OEW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in February 2026 at 133,104 miles resulted in an initial failure due to minor defects involving an ineffective windscreen wiper and a nearside front position lamp. While these were rectified immediately to secure a pass, the history suggests the owner only addresses faults when prompted by the MOT tester rather than performing regular inspections. At 133,104 miles over 17 years, the Micra averages approximately 7,830 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a city car of this era. The data shows a consistent mileage progression with roughly 13,000 to 15,000 miles covered between each annual test from 2023 to 2026. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect, which often helps prevent the rapid degradation of rubber components and seals despite the higher total mileage. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and tyre condition, as these areas have previously failed. The 2025 test at 118,961 miles flagged a severely deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover and a nearside front tyre worn to the limit. Recurring issues with tyre wear across 2024 and 2025 suggest a potential alignment problem or a lack of monitoring tyre pressures. A physical inspection must include a check for excessive play in the suspension bushes and joints to ensure that the wear noted in previous years has not progressed into more costly mechanical failure.