2001 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · Y217 DKC

The 2024-07-20 MOT confirms the 2001 Nissan Micra remains road‑worthy, though the recorded advisories indicate a stable but attentive maintenance pattern. The tester flagged off‑side front brake pads wearing thin at 1.1 mm, light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorbers, and slight play in the off‑side front track‑rod end ball joint. These points suggest no sudden deterioration, but they merit regular review. Mileage has risen from 65,156 miles in the July 2022 test to 75,675 miles in July 2024, a gain of about 10,500 miles over two years, or roughly 5,250 miles annually. The increments are modest and do not reflect a sudden surge in use, which aligns with the low average of 3,000 miles per year for a 25‑year‑old vehicle. The record shows no long gaps between tests, indicating consistent annual inspections. A buyer should therefore examine the front suspension components for oil leakage and ball‑joint wear, inspect the brake pads and discs for further thinning, and check the tyre sidewalls for the cut noted in 2024 and the edge wear reported in 2023. Any excessive play in the track‑rod end or continued low brake effort should be corrected before purchase, as these items affect handling and braking performance.