2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · WP02 OWV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, passing its most recent MOT in February 2026 with 86,555 miles and no recorded defects. While the immediate result is positive, the overall maintenance trend reveals a history of significant structural degradation that has required repeated intervention. The transition from a major failure in January 2025 involving multiple sills and seat belt anchor failures to a clean pass in 2026 indicates that critical structural integrity issues were addressed through welding or repairs. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows long periods of minimal use; for example, only 32 miles were recorded between January 2025 and February 2026, and just 6 miles between the two January 2025 tests. This low usage suggests the car has sat stationary for long durations, which often correlates with the type of corrosion seen in the record, as lack of movement can allow moisture to settle in chassis components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and suspension mounting points. The MOT history consistently flags excessive corrosion on the inner and outer sills, as well as suspension component mountings, across 2017, 2018, 2022, and 2025. It is vital to verify that the structural repairs made after the 2025 failure are robust and not merely cosmetic patches over thinning metal. Additionally, check the condition of the CV joint gaiters and brake components, which have failed previously, and ensure the seat belt anchorages have not suffered from further degradation due to rust.