2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · SD10 SYS

The 2010 Nissan Micra presented a current roadworthy status at its most recent test on 19 June 2025, having passed without any advisories or defects noted by the DVSA examiner. Over the five recorded tests spanning 2023 to 2025, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes on the same dates, which is a notable pattern. Two failures were logged, both in October 2023 and June 2025, yet both tests were immediately followed by passes on the identical date. This back-to-back test pattern, where a fail and a pass are recorded within minutes of each other, typically reflects an in-test rectification where a defect was identified, corrected on site, and the vehicle retested. While the record is currently clean, the structural picture is ambiguous because no specific defect categories were recorded against either failure, making it difficult to confirm whether minor consumable items or more substantive mechanical concerns were involved. The mileage profile indicates a 16-year-old vehicle covering 79,851 miles, equating to roughly 4,991 miles annually, which sits below the typical usage benchmark for a car of this vintage. Lower annual mileage of this nature often points to a vehicle used for short urban trips or one that has spent extended periods off the road, both of which carry their own mechanical implications. The mileage progression between tests cannot be precisely calculated from the records provided, as the DVSA data does not always capture odometer readings at every test, and no mileage differentials are visible here. A buyer should be cautious of potential issues associated with low-mileage cars, including perished rubber components, dried-out suspension bushes, corroded brake calipers, and flat-spotted tyres, all of which can deteriorate during long stationary periods regardless of low overall mileage. Given the absence of advisory categories across the recorded tests, there is no direct evidence in this MOT history of recurring concerns with suspension components, brake discs, exhaust integrity, or structural corrosion. However, a prospective purchaser should not interpret the lack of recorded advisories as proof of mechanical health, as MOT testing is a sampling exercise and does not cover every component. A physical inspection remains essential, with particular attention to the underbody and sills for any surface rust consistent with a 16-year-old car, the condition of the coil springs and shock absorbers, and the operation of the brake calipers given the low annual mileage. Verifying the timing belt or chain replacement history, checking for oil leaks from the engine and gearbox, and confirming that recent tyres show even wear across both axles will provide a clearer picture of how this Micra has been treated in the periods between MOT visits. Overall, the MOT record is too sparse to confirm any consistent pattern of neglect or care, and the absence of recorded advisories means no specific components have been flagged for monitoring. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, combined with verification of service history outside the MOT file, would be strongly advisable before committing to purchase. Buying score: 55 Risk level: Medium Editorial insight: The record is too thin to draw firm conclusions. The back-to-back pass-and-fail entries with no recorded defects are unusual, and the low annual mileage warrants hands-on inspection for age-related wear before purchase.