2011 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · KN11 BVB

The Nissan Micra presents a stable and improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 26 March 2026 at 30,548 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. That clean sheet represents a meaningful shift from the pattern seen in 2023 and 2024, when corrosion and suspension wear were actively flagged. The trajectory suggests the previous owner addressed the exhaust system and likely attended to the deteriorating offside front wishbone bushes that were noted in April 2024. No new advisories or failures have emerged since, indicating the car is currently in sound mechanical order. The mileage profile tells a story of very light use. Across roughly fifteen years, the odometer has advanced just 30,548 miles, averaging approximately 2,037 miles per year. Between the April 2024 test at 26,152 miles and the March 2026 test at 30,548 miles, the car covered 4,396 miles in nearly two years, which is modest but shows the vehicle was being driven regularly rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The gap between the July 2023 test at 25,794 miles and April 2024 at 26,152 miles reveals only 358 miles over nine months, suggesting a period of very limited use before activity picked up again. Buyers should still approach the car with a careful eye despite the clean 2026 result. The recurring exhaust corrosion flagged in both July 2023 and April 2024 points to a long-standing vulnerability in the system, and while it appears to have been rectified, a physical inspection of the full exhaust, particularly the centre section and joints, remains wise. The splitting offside front wishbone bushes noted in April 2024 also warrant attention. Even if replaced, the condition of the entire front suspension, including the nearside bushes, track rod ends, and coil springs, should be checked for the kind of deterioration that develops on a car that spends long periods stationary. Tyre age and sidewall condition deserve scrutiny too, as low annual mileage often means tyres age out before they wear out. Brake components, including calipers, discs, and flexible hoses, should be examined for corrosion and seizure risk, a common issue on lightly used vehicles where components do not get regularly heated and cleaned through normal driving. Underbody condition, particularly around suspension mounting points and the subframe, should be inspected for surface corrosion that can develop during prolonged periods of inactivity. The windscreen washer system, which failed in the July 2023 test, should be operated to confirm it functions correctly. Overall, the record points to a well-maintained, low-mileage car that has moved past its earlier faults, but a thorough in-person inspection of the structural and mechanical components remains essential.