2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · LO51 AWM

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. While the Nissan Micra passed its most recent test in June 2023 at 143,654 miles with only a minor deterioration of the rear registration plate, the mechanical trend shows recurring issues with wear components. The record indicates a history of failing on consumable items and minor hardware, suggesting that owners have only addressed faults once they reached an MOT failure threshold. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 143,654 miles is significantly below the average, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent across the decade, for example, the car covered only 3,705 miles between the June 2022 and June 2023 tests. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to degradation of rubber components and seal-related issues, which aligns with the reports of oil leaks, deteriorated CV boots and wishbone bushes found in the history. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the braking and suspension systems, as these have been persistent points of failure. The tester flagged thin brake pads and pitted discs across multiple years between 2014 and 2021, indicating a cycle of neglected brake maintenance. Furthermore, the history shows repeated issues with the front suspension, specifically movement in wishbone bushes and damaged CV joint boots. A physical inspection should check for excessive play in the steering and any fresh grease leaks that would indicate further wear in the drivetrain components. Structural attention is also required due to the slight corrosion noted on the rear body in 2015. While no structural failures are recorded, the age of the vehicle suggests rust may have progressed in the arches or sills. The 2014 emissions failure also showed excessive carbon monoxide and lambda readings, indicating potential engine health issues or sensor failures that should be verified to ensure the engine remains efficient despite the low mileage.