2007 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · KH57 EMK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the test in October 2025 at 36,057 miles passed, it revealed immediate advisories for nearside front and rear tyres reaching legal wear limits. This follows a significant failure in October 2024 where the car presented multiple defects across lighting, safety, and braking systems, suggesting that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they result in a MOT test failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging fewer than 1,900 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the car covered only 2,213 miles, resulting in a clean inspection record. However, the mileage increased more sharply by 8,791 miles between the October 2023 and October 2024 tests. This low annual usage often correlates with age-related degradation of components such as rubber seals and suspension bushings, which are not necessarily reflected by the odometer reading alone. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the record notes thin front brake pads in both the 2024 failure and the subsequent pass a month later. The SRS warning lamp fault recorded in 2024 also requires physical verification to ensure the airbag system remains functional. Given the low mileage and age, the inspection should also check for flat spots on the tyres and corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system, which frequently affect vehicles that sit for extended periods. The recurring tyre wear issues in the most recent test indicate that the current set is at the end of its service life and requires immediate replacement.