2014 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · RO64 JYA

A clean and largely unblemished MOT history defines this 2014 Nissan Micra, with five consecutive passes recorded between 2022 and early 2026 and the most recent test on 28 January 2026 returning a pass with no defects recorded at all. The only blemishes across this twelve-year-old vehicle's documented roadworthiness checks are two advisories issued during the February 2025 test, both flagging worn pins or bushes within the inner front suspension arms on the nearside and offside, and a single advisory from the February 2024 pass concerning slight damage and perishing to the offside rear tyre. There are no recorded failures, no advisories relating to brake performance, corrosion, exhaust integrity, structural sections, or fluid leaks, which collectively speaks to a stable mechanical condition with the suspension bushes representing the only identified wear point to monitor. With 33,826 miles showing against an age of roughly twelve years, this Micra has averaged around 2,800 miles annually, a notably low accumulation rate that points to either short-trip urban use or extended periods of standing between journeys. The mileage progression between test dates does not reveal any sudden spikes or inconsistencies, suggesting the odometer reading is plausible rather than subject to clocking or irregular use. Low annual mileage of this nature places the vehicle in a category where age-related deterioration of rubber components, seals, and brake system internals can be more pronounced than mechanical wear from high mileage, making the condition of flexible elements and corrosion-prone areas particularly relevant to assess in person rather than relying on mileage alone to predict remaining service life. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspection items should be those directly tied to the advisories on file. The worn inner front suspension arm pins or bushes noted in 2025 are likely to have progressed over the intervening months, so a test drive should focus on detecting any knocking or clonking noises from the front end when traversing speed humps, potholes, or uneven surfaces, as well as monitoring for imprecise steering response, vague steering wheel self-centring, or uneven tyre wear across the front axle which can result from compromised bush geometry. Requesting that the seller demonstrate compliance with a recent geometry check would also be prudent, as replacing these bushes without a subsequent four-wheel alignment is a common oversight. The rear tyre flagged for perishing and damage in early 2024 should by now have been replaced, and confirmation of when new tyres were fitted and whether a full set rather than a single replacement was carried out is worth establishing, as perishing of that nature can indicate general ageing of the rubber compound. Beyond the documented items, the buyer should inspect the underside of the vehicle, paying particular attention to the front subframe, brake pipes, and suspension links for any surface corrosion consistent with a vehicle of this age and vintage, given that Nissan Micras of this generation are known to develop corrosion around suspension mounting points and underbody seams over time. A thorough road test should include firm braking from around 30 mph to confirm the pedal feels firm without any pulling to either side, alongside a check that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline, and a cold engine start observation to verify smooth and prompt firing without excessive smoke, all of which will give a fuller picture of the mechanical condition beyond the MOT record itself.