2011 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · SM11 GZD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend of environmental degradation across the chassis. While the car passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 44,008 miles, this followed a significant failure just two days prior. The February 2026 failure identified multiple critical issues including a failing offside front shock absorber and excessive corrosion on all rear brake hoses. Although the owner addressed the immediate failures to secure a pass, the persistent corrosion across the suspension components suggests the vehicle is suffering from age-related decay rather than wear. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, with only 44,008 miles recorded. This averages to approximately 2,934 miles per year. Such low usage is consistent with the recurring issues noted in the record, such as perishing tyres and corroded metalwork, which often occur when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods. The interval between February 2024 and February 2026 shows an accumulation of only 3,799 miles, confirming that the car is used infrequently despite being subjected to the elements that cause the flagged faults. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension and braking system. The MOT record consistently flags corrosion on all four coil springs, anti-roll bars, and front suspension arms over the last three years. Particular attention should be paid to the brake hose ferrules, which have shown a progression from slight corrosion to excessive decay by 2026. The buyer should also verify that the offside front shock absorber was actually replaced following the recent failure and check the tyres for deep sidewall cracking or perishing due to the low mileage and high age.