2011 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · LS11 KMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift towards developing mechanical defects after several years of clean records. In the November 2025 test at 95,417 miles, the car initially failed due to a low headlamp aim, a pitted offside front brake disc, and a perished offside rear tyre. While these issues were rectified to pass the retest, the appearance of these faults suggests that consumable components are beginning to show age-related wear that was not present in previous years' tests. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. There is a notable period of inactivity between November 2020 at 79,591 miles and November 2022 at 81,257 miles, where only 1,666 miles were covered in two years. However, usage has accelerated recently, with over 13,000 miles covered in the last three months. This increase in annual use likely explains the degradation of the brake components and rubber- noted in the latest MOT cycle. A buyer should inspect the front braking system specifically, as the record shows a history of pitted and scored discs dating back to 2015, with the issue resurfacing recently. The nearside front wheel bearing should be checked for play, as the vehicle previously failed for excessive play in that area. Additionally, while only surface-level corrosion on the exhaust was noted between 2017 and 2020, a physical inspection of the underbody is necessary to ensure this corrosion has not progressed into structural thinning. The condition of the headlamp lenses should also be verified, as clouding or product buildup was flagged in the most recent test.