2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · PK09 FNX

A clean three-year DVSA record with no advisories and no recorded defects tells a straightforward roadworthiness story for this 2009 Nissan Micra, albeit one with two administrative failures that warrant a brief explanation. The most recent test on 26 March 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, mirroring the clean outcomes of the 2025 and 2024 passes. The two failures listed, one on 25 March 2026 and one on 26 March 2024, both show no defects recorded, which is the standard DVSA notation when a vehicle is presented for test in a condition that cannot be assessed properly, such as being presented early before a previous test had fully cleared from the system, or a vehicle that could not be examined due to access issues. With no component defects, structural concerns, or advisories logged across the entire testing window, there is no mechanical history to flag as a warning sign. The recorded mileage of 37,662 miles against a 17-year age equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 2,215 miles, which is markedly below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of this type and age. There are no significant mileage gaps between the recorded tests, with progression appearing consistent across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 entries, suggesting the car has remained in regular but light use rather than being laid up for extended periods. Light annual mileage of this nature generally means reduced wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and gearbox internals, while items more sensitive to age rather than mileage, including rubber bushes, fluid seals, brake pipes, and underbody components, will still have degraded naturally over seventeen years of UK weather exposure. The combination of low mileage and clean MOT results therefore points to a vehicle that has either been used sparingly on urban journeys or stored carefully between periods of use. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to interrogate, but the age and low-use profile still justify close physical attention to items known to deteriorate over time on a Nissan Micra of this generation. Particular care should be taken with the front suspension, as worn or perished lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and stabiliser mounts are common on K12 Micras regardless of mileage, and these will typically present as clonks or knocking over speed humps and uneven road surfaces. The rear axle assembly and beam bushes should also be inspected for cracking, as should the coil springs for any signs of corrosion or settlement, with the latter often manifesting as the car sitting lower on one side or producing a harsh ride over minor imperfections. The brake system, although not flagged in the testing record, deserves a thorough check given the vehicle's age, with particular attention to the rear drum brake adjusters and handbrake mechanism, which can seize through inactivity on low-mileage cars. On a test drive, listen for any binding or dragging sensation from the brakes, which may indicate a stuck caliper piston or seized rear drum mechanism, and check that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline with the typical click count consistent with proper adjustment. Under the bonnet, the K12 Micra's engine is known for minor oil seepage from the rocker cover gasket and the cam chain area, so any fresh oil residue or a misty accumulation on the engine block should be noted. Finally, a thorough examination of the underbody, inner sills, rear arches, and subframe mounting points for any bubbling or surface corrosion is essential, as even clean MOT records cannot rule out corrosion that has developed between annual tests on a vehicle of this vintage.