2022 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · SL22 XUM

The car’s recent MOT history is dominated by a cluster of serious defects that required attention before it could be cleared – a pair of front suspension arm bushes were recorded as excessively worn and a rear tyre was flagged with a deep cut, both classified as major failures on the 7 May 2026 test, yet the vehicle was re‑tested and passed the following day, still carrying a non‑excessive oil‑leak advisory. This pattern shows that significant wear items were identified and apparently remedied within a very short interval, but the persistence of the oil‑leak advisory indicates the source has not been fully resolved. At roughly 40 700 miles after just over four years of age, the average annual mileage sits near 10 000 mi, which aligns with typical usage for a small hatchback and suggests a moderate rate of component wear. The MOT records span the last two years with no obvious gaps, implying the vehicle has been regularly tested; however, the absence of earlier data means any long‑term trends prior to 2025 cannot be assessed from the supplied information. The oil‑leak advisory (code 8.4.1 (a)(i)) warrants a visual inspection for drips under the engine bay and a check of the oil level after a short drive; any increase in leak volume or the appearance of oil on surrounding components could point to a failing gasket or seal that may later affect engine lubrication. The front suspension arm bush wear noted as major (code 5.3.4 (a)(i)) should be probed by listening for clunking noises over bumps, feeling for looseness or uneven tyre wear, and checking for any steering pull to the nearside or offside, which would indicate lingering wear or misalignment. The rear tyre cut (code 5.2.3 (d)(i)) must be verified that the tyre has been replaced; a thorough visual and tread‑depth inspection of all four tyres is essential to rule out concealed damage that could compromise safety. The 2025 advisory concerning the front brake disc (code 1.1.14 (a)(ii)) suggests the disc is approaching its service limit; a test‑drive should include a careful feel for pedal pulsation, a check for any squealing or grinding, and a measurement of disc thickness against the manufacturer’s minimum. Inspect the accompanying brake pads for uneven wear, as worn pads can accelerate disc degradation. Given the combination of recent major suspension and tyre failures, a persistent oil‑leak advisory, and brake‑disc wear, a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection focusing on these areas, plus a full check of the steering rack, wheel bearings and any signs of sub‑frame corrosion, is strongly advised before committing to purchase.