2010 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · WR10 GAA

The most recent MOT on 2025-03-11 (34,700 miles) recorded four tyres with perishing or cracking, along with deteriorated suspension components. The nearside and offside front and rear tyres all showed minor damage under 5.2.3 (d) (ii), while suspension arm ball joint dust covers and bushings were severely worn. These issues mirror earlier entries, indicating a consistent pattern of tyre aging and suspension wear. Recurring defects include tyre perishing and suspension component deterioration. Since 2022, tyres have repeatedly failed due to cracking, and suspension arm dust covers and bushings have shown progressive wear. The 2023 MOT included a failed headlamp, but this was resolved by 2024. No new critical defects have emerged in the latest test, suggesting the condition has remained stable rather than worsening. The vehicle’s low mileage (34,700 miles over 16 years) implies an average of 2,169 miles annually, which is significantly below the UK average. This could reflect light use or periods of inactivity, which may accelerate tyre aging and suspension component wear due to lack of movement. However, the absence of major mechanical failures or high-mileage wear (e.g., engine, transmission) suggests the car has been well-maintained.