2013 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · WF13 CKG

A recurring pattern of initial test failures punctuated by brake component defects and suspension wear defines the mechanical history of this thirteen-year-old Nissan Micra. The vehicle secured a pass on May 14, 2026, but only after rectifying a major failure for an excessively binding offside rear service brake and addressing two tyres exhibiting surface cracking and perishing. While the previous year yielded a clean pass following the rectification of dangerously thin front brake pads, earlier tests demonstrate a persistent trend of initial rejections due to worn suspension arm bushes and defective windscreen wipers. This sequence shows that components on this vehicle frequently deteriorate to failure thresholds between annual inspections rather than remaining consistently stable. Accumulating 70,258 miles over roughly thirteen years results in an average of approximately 5,404 miles annually, representing a relatively low usage profile for a modern hatchback. This modest yearly mileage accumulation has been steady without any recorded multi-year gaps or long-term storage periods off the road. Mechanically, lower annual mileage means the drivetrain has experienced fewer total revolutions and less continuous wear than a high-mileage fleet vehicle, but short urban journeys commonly associated with this usage pattern can accelerate thermal cycling wear on brakes and exhaust systems due to frequent stop-start conditions. A rigorous physical inspection of the front axle assembly is essential during a prospective viewing, specifically targeting the nearside and offside lower suspension arms where front bushes have repeatedly been flagged as worn in multiple annual tests. During a test drive, listen closely for any clunking or knocking noises originating from the front corners when navigating potholes, speed humps, or uneven road surfaces, and check for any wandering or looseness in the steering wheel alignment. The anti-roll bar linkage ball joint on the offside front also displayed slight play during the most recent testing cycle and should be inspected for joint wear or play. Brake condition warrants careful scrutiny given the history of recurring faults, including the recent excessively binding offside rear service brake and previous dangerous wear on front brake pads. On the test drive, monitor the brake pedal for any excessive travel, spongy feel, or uneven pulling to one side, and safely check each wheel after driving to ensure no individual brake caliper is sticking and generating abnormal heat. Finally, inspect both the nearside and offside rear tyres closely across the tread blocks and sidewalls for the surface cracking and perishing noted on the latest MOT certificate, as these rubber degradations will likely require imminent replacement.