2008 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · MD08 AUH

The 2008 Nissan Micra shows a consistent history of minor mechanical wear typical for a vehicle of this age. The most recent MOT in December 2022 at 132,389 miles passed, though it revealed several advisories including an oil leak, a corroded exhaust, and light misting on the nearside front shock absorber. The tester also noted a worn nearside front suspension arm pin and a rear bush. While these issues did not result in a failure at that time, the presence of corrosion and bushing wear suggests that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life and will require proactive maintenance to pass future inspections. With 132,389 miles recorded over 18 years, the car averages approximately 7,355 miles per year, which aligns well with standard usage patterns for an older hatchback. The mileage gap between the 2020 test at 113,787 miles and the 2022 test shows a regular rate of travel, suggesting a steady but typical driving profile. However, the failure in December 2022 at 132,381 miles was due to basic electrical issues, specifically an inoperative nearside position lamp and registration plate lamp. These are minor consumable failures that indicate the owner may have neglected routine bulb checks prior to the MOT test date. The record indicates a trend of aging rubber and metal components rather than catastrophic mechanical failure. The recurring mentions of exhaust corrosion and suspension bushings across multiple years suggest that the vehicle's underbody is beginning to succumb to age and environmental exposure. A buyer should specifically inspect the exhaust system for structural thinning and check the integrity of the front suspension bushes to ensure there is no excessive play. Given that the last test was conducted over three years ago as of June 2026, the vehicle is significantly overdue for an MOT, and a thorough inspection of the brakes and emissions is required before any purchase.