2007 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · KH57 ABU

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following its most recent test on 30 July 2025, which recorded a pass with no defects or advisories noted. Looking back over the documented test history, there is a clear and reassuring pattern: every annual test since 2023 has resulted in a pass, with the only interruptions being two failed attempts on 27 September 2023 and 29 July 2025, both of which were followed immediately by a pass the next day. This strongly suggests that any issues identified during those failures were rectified promptly and that the vehicle has been maintained to a roadworthy standard consistently over recent years. The absence of any advisories on the most recent pass is particularly encouraging for a prospective buyer, as advisories often flag components that are nearing the end of their service life and would otherwise warrant close scrutiny or budgeting for imminent replacement. With a recorded mileage of 91,061 miles spread across approximately nineteen years of service, the vehicle has averaged around 4,793 miles per year, which is well below the typical annual mileage for a car of its age and class. Such low usage can be interpreted in two ways: either the vehicle has been used lightly throughout its life, which would limit wear on major mechanical components such as the engine, clutch, and drivetrain, or it has spent significant periods standing idle, which carries its own set of risks. Prolonged standing is particularly hard on certain components such as the braking system, where brake discs can corrode and calipers can seize, the 12V battery which degrades through charge cycles, and various rubber seals and gaiters that can perish without regular movement. Given the low recorded mileage and the considerable age of the vehicle, any prospective buyer should carry out a thorough physical inspection before purchase. Begin by carefully examining all four tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber deteriorates with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and check for uneven wear patterns that might indicate suspension misalignment or worn components. Inspect the brake discs for signs of surface corrosion or pitting, particularly around the outer edges, and verify that the calipers are releasing correctly by checking for any binding or uneven pad wear. The condition and age of the 12V battery should also be established, as batteries beyond five years of age are prone to failure regardless of apparent condition. Further checks appropriate to this vehicle's age and usage profile should include verification of recent servicing records, particularly confirming that engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid have been changed in line with calendar-based schedules rather than purely mileage intervals, as time-based degradation can compromise these systems even when the vehicle has covered few miles. On a test drive, listen carefully for any suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn bushes, tired coil springs, or deteriorated anti-roll bar links. Pay attention to the operation of the brakes, checking for any shudder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm application, which would indicate warped brake rotors commonly associated with light-use vehicles. A compression test or at minimum a careful listen for irregular engine running would also be prudent given the long service life, and a check for any oil leaks from the engine or transmission seals should be carried out while the vehicle is warm, as aged rubber seals commonly weep on older vehicles of this vintage.