2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · LX60 WFZ

The Nissan Micra holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 24 April 2026 at 93,668 miles, following a failure just four days earlier on 20 April 2026 at 93,385 miles. That failure was serious: the tester flagged a fractured or broken nearside front coil spring, a non-functioning offside headlamp on dipped beam, a failed offside rear position lamp, and an inoperative registration plate lamp. The rapid retest and pass indicate these specific items were rectified, but the coil spring fracture points to a sudden structural failure rather than gradual wear. The maintenance trend is mixed. Basic lighting faults and tyre wear have been recurring across multiple tests, suggesting consumable upkeep was reactive rather than proactive. The headlamp aim and lens condition have drawn advisories in both 2025 and 2026, and edge wear on both front tyres appeared in the most recent test, indicating possible tracking or suspension geometry issues that have not been permanently resolved. The mileage pattern is unusual and warrants scrutiny. Between the March 2024 test at 47,656 miles and the April 2025 test at 78,190 miles, the car covered 30,534 miles in just over twelve months, averaging roughly 2,544 miles per month. That is a dramatic jump from the vehicle's lifetime average of approximately 5,854 miles per year. Yet by April 2026, the odometer read only 93,668 miles, meaning just 15,478 miles were added in the following twelve months. Such an inconsistent accumulation pattern raises questions about how the vehicle was used during that high-mileage window and whether drivetrain, braking, and suspension components received adequate servicing under that load. A buyer should inspect the front suspension carefully. The fractured coil spring in April 2026, combined with the slight play noted in the offside front track rod end in March 2024, suggests the front end has endured stress without consistent attention. Check both front coil springs for cracks or corrosion, and have the tracking and wheel alignment verified on a four-wheel rig. The recurring front brake disc and pad wear advisories from 2024 confirm the braking system has been working hard, so examine disc thickness and pad condition with the wheels removed rather than relying on a visual check alone. The lighting faults, while minor in isolation, form a pattern. The offside headlamp dipped beam failure appeared in both 2025 and 2026, and the headlamp lens and aim have drawn advisories across consecutive years. This suggests a possible wiring, bulb holder, or headlamp unit fault that has not been permanently fixed. Test all lighting functions, including main beam, indicators, and hazard lights, before purchase. Finally, inspect the nearside front steering rack gaiter area, which was flagged as missing or ineffective in April 2025. A compromised gaiter allows dirt ingress into the rack, leading to premature wear and costly replacement if left unaddressed.