2013 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · MT13 KTA

The 2013 Nissan Micra presents a stable and recently improving maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 May 2026 at 58,835 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health is a significant step forward from the preceding test cycle. The vehicle had failed its MOT just three days prior to its 2025 pass, on 12 May 2025 at 54,085 miles, with a worn front suspension ball joint and a damaged front tyre requiring immediate repair. The fact that these critical items were rectified and have not reappeared in subsequent tests suggests attentive, if reactive, maintenance. The trend is clearly improving, moving from a failure with safety-critical faults to two consecutive passes, the latest being entirely advisory-free. The mileage profile tells a story of very light use. At 58,835 miles from a 13-year-old vehicle, the average annual mileage is approximately 4,526 miles. The record shows a gap of 4,784 miles between the May 2025 test at 54,085 miles and the May 2026 test at 58,835 miles, confirming this low-mileage pattern continued into the most recent year. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on drivetrain and suspension components but can introduce its own issues, such as deterioration of rubber bushes and tyres from age rather than use, and potential corrosion from prolonged standing. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the front suspension and braking system, which have been the historical weak points. The 2025 failure flagged an excessively worn front suspension arm ball joint, a component critical for steering integrity. While it was repaired, a physical check for any play or knocking in the front end remains prudent. The braking system has drawn repeated advisories; the May 2025 pass noted worn front brake discs and thin front brake pads, indicating these consumables were likely replaced before the 2026 test. Inspect the condition of the current discs and pads to confirm the quality of that repair. The 2024 failure for a binding nearside rear brake also warrants attention. Check the rear caliper slide pins and handbrake mechanism for free movement, as a sticking caliper can cause uneven wear and overheating. Finally, inspect all tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, given the vehicle's low mileage and the previous failure for a damaged tyre.