2017 Nissan Micra 0.9L Petrol · MY07 JRW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 27, 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of front suspension wear that requires attention. In the most recent test at 91,393 miles, the car failed due to an excessively worn offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and a worn inner suspension arm pin bush. While these faults were rectified to achieve the subsequent pass, the repeated nature of these failures suggests the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,155 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 85,707 miles in June 2024 to 89,837 miles in June 2025, and finally 91,393 miles by May 2026. This regular usage indicates typical driving rather than long periods of standing, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber-based components and mechanical joints noted in the MOT history. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension specifically to ensure the repairs made prior to May 2026 were comprehensive. The history shows arm bushes and ball joints flagged in both 2024 and 2026, indicating that the front-end geometry is under significant stress. Additionally, the repeated advisories regarding nearside rear tyre perishing or cracking across 2024 and 2025 suggest the vehicle may have suffered from age-related rubber decay, necessitating a thorough check of tyre sidewalls regardless of tread depth.