2008 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · SL08 CAA

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test on 6 March 2026 at 99,842 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes without recorded defects over the last two years. The failure recorded on the same day as the March 2026 test suggests a minor issue was rectified immediately prior to the passing result, indicating a proactive approach to maintaining compliance standards. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,547 miles per year. The data shows consistent but low-intensity usage, with 1,771 miles covered between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 1,206 miles recorded between February 2025 and March 2026. This low rate of travel typically reduces the mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low-distance driving can sometimes accelerate age-related degradation of rubber components and corrosion on braking surfaces due to lack of use. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and rear suspension arches, as vehicles of this era are prone to hidden rust regardless of mileage. While the MOT record is clean, the low mileage warrants a check for seized brake calipers or perished tyres which often occur when a car sits stationary. Given the recent failures followed by immediate passes, verifying the condition of the suspension bushes and the integrity of the exhaust system is essential to ensure the recent repairs were not merely temporary fixes.