2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · WN60 HRO

The 2010 Nissan Micra presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 24 August 2022 at 45,681 miles, passed with zero defects. This outcome follows an unbroken chain of clean passes stretching back to 2019, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural faults have surfaced during the recorded period. The maintenance trend is stable, with no advisories or failures appearing in the available history. The mileage pattern tells a specific story. Between the August 2019 test at 38,667 miles and the August 2022 test at 45,681 miles, the car covered 7,014 miles over three years, averaging roughly 2,338 miles annually. The two August 2020 entries both sit at 41,157 miles, suggesting the vehicle saw minimal use that year, possibly reflecting a period of limited driving or short-term storage. Overall, the 45,681 miles recorded across approximately 16 years works out to just 2,855 miles per year, well below the typical UK average. Low annual mileage can preserve consumables and mechanical components, but it also raises the risk of deterioration from prolonged standing, including perished rubber seals, seized brake components, and fuel system issues. Despite the clean MOT history, the absence of a test since August 2022 leaves a gap of nearly four years as of June 2026. A buyer should treat the current condition as unverified and carry out a thorough in-person inspection. Key areas to examine include the condition of all four tyres for sidewall cracking or uneven wear, the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion from standing periods, and the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration. The exhaust system should be checked for corrosion, particularly around joints and mounting points. Given the vehicle's age, any underbody rust protection should be inspected for integrity, paying attention to sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points. The clean record suggests attentive prior ownership, but the extended gap since the last test means no assumptions should be made about current condition. A fresh MOT or pre-purchase inspection is strongly advisable before committing to the purchase.