2007 Nissan Micra 1.4L Petrol · ML57 FRP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a period of reactive maintenance to address recurring mechanical wear. The most recent test on 29 October 2024 at 48,082 miles returned no defects, indicating that the previous issues identified in prior years have been rectified. This represents a positive trend compared to the 2019 and 2023 tests where the car failed due to suspension and tyre related faults. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,500 miles per year. The data shows a consistent low-usage pattern, with significant gaps between annual tests; for instance, between October 2023 and October 2024, the car covered only 9912 miles. While this low mileage reduces general wear on the engine and drivetrain, the consistent flagging of rubber components and metal springs suggests that parts are degrading due to age and environmental exposure rather than distance travelled. A prospective buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the lower suspension arm bushes have appeared as a fault in nearly every test from 2019 through 2023. Although the tester noted these did not result in excessive movement at the time, the recurring nature indicates a vulnerability in this specific component. The rear coil springs have also shown persistent corrosion issues since 2021, which should be verified for structural integrity to ensure the springs have been replaced as required after the 2023 failure. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, the inspection should also focus on the condition of rubber perimeters and the state of the braking system. Low-mile cars often suffer from perished seals or seized calipers if they are not used regularly. The 2019 failure for a structural tyre bulge highlights that the tyres should be monitored for dry rot or sidewall cracking regardless of remaining tread depth.