2008 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · KO08 LKM

The 2008 Nissan Micra presents a stable roadworthiness status as of the most recent test. The January 2026 examination at 88,777 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, though the same date also shows a failed attempt with no defects logged, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Prior to that, the September 2025 failure at 88,736 miles likewise recorded no defects, and the September 2024 and May 2023 tests passed clean at 85,201 and 77,451 miles respectively. The maintenance trend is steady with no recurring advisories or worsening conditions across the available history. At roughly 18 years old the car shows 88,777 miles, an average of about 4,932 miles per year, which is low for its age and suggests light use or extended periods off the road. The mileage climbed from 77,451 in May 2023 to 85,201 by September 2024, then only 3,535 miles to January 2026, confirming gentle annual accumulation. A gap exists between the May 2023 and September 2024 tests of over sixteen months, yet no defects emerged when tested. The record is sparse and clean throughout, with no consumable wear or structural issues ever flagged by testers. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person given its age and low use patterns. Long standing invites perished rubber components such as suspension bushes, degraded hoses, and flat-spotted tyres even where the MOT shows no advisories. Examine brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding after inactivity, and check underside structural integrity for rust in sills and subframes. The absence of recorded faults implies previous owners kept basic statutory testing current, but the duplicate January 2026 entries and defect-free failures point to clerical handling rather than neglect of mechanics. Verify service history independently and confirm the true condition of exhaust emissions and suspension during a physical appraisal.