2015 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · RO15 OMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a developing issue with the rear braking system. While it passed the most recent test in November 2025 at 72,055 miles, the tester identified multiple advisories concerning corrosion on the rear brake hoses and pipes. This follows a significant failure in December 2024 at 67,557 miles where both rear service brakes were found to be binding. The transition from binding brakes to corroded piping suggests that the braking hardware is reaching a stage of accelerated environmental degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of 4,500 miles between the December 2024 and November 2025 tests, indicating the car is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods. This relatively low mileage for the age suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, though the low frequency of use often contributes to the corrosion seen on metal lines and rubberized components, which is now becoming evident in the inspection record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly to determine the extent of the corrosion noted in the November 2025 report. The tester specifically flagged pipes covered in grease or other material, which can sometimes be used to hide deep structural rust scaling. It is essential to verify if the surface corrosion on the exhaust system mentioned in the 2023 and 2024 tests remains merely cosmetic or if it has progressed into perforation or structural failure. Given the previous failure for binding calipers, the condition of the rear slider pins and seals should be checked for signs of seizure to ensure the previous fault was fully resolved.