2017 Nissan Micra 0.9L Petrol · SW17 VUF

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in the August 2025 test at 14,011 miles. The maintenance trend shows a marked improvement after a period of mechanical neglect in 2023. Since that failure, the car has undergone two consecutive inspections without recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the previous structural issues were addressed and the vehicle has since been maintained. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,557 miles per year. Between August 2024 and August 2025, the car covered only 149 miles, suggesting long periods of stationary or minimal use. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk associated with rubber-based components and fluid degradation. The 2022 advisory regarding cracking and perishing all four tyres is a common symptom of vehicles that sit for extended periods. Buyers should inspect the front suspension closely to ensure the repairs made after the 2022 and 2023 failures of the lower suspension arm bushes and the fractured offside front coil spring were thorough. Given the history of perishing tyres, the tester should verify the sidewalls for dry rot or deep cracking, despite the likely high tread depth. Additionally, check the wiper blades and motor mechanism, as these previously caused a failure in 2023 due to failing to clear the windscreen effectively.