2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · ML10 VHB

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in April 2025 at 27,769 miles. The maintenance trend appears improving, as the car transitioned from failing tests in previous years to a result with no recorded defects in the most recent inspection. This suggests that the mechanical issues identified in earlier tests have been addressed and rectified by the owner, bringing the car up to current legal safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,736 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant discrepancy in usage patterns between April 2023 and April 2024. The vehicle covered 16,841 miles in that single year, yet the recorded mileage dropped from 43,922 back to 27,769 by the subsequent 2025 test. This indicates either a clerical error in the DVSA database or a cluster replacement that requires verification. Despite this inconsistency, the low overall annual mileage suggests the car likely spent long periods in stationary storage, which often leads to dry rot in rubber components and seized hardware. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension to account for the low-mileage history. Stationary vehicles often suffer from structural corrosion on sills and subframe points that does not get cleared away by regular road use. Inspect the brake calipers for seizing and discs for pitting, as infrequent use frequently causes surface rust to persist. Given the previous failures in 2023 and 2024, verify that the specific components which caused those failures are not showing signs of premature wear or substandard repair.