2002 Nissan Micra 1.0L Petrol · YN52 SLV

The vehicle maintains a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent MOT test on 8 May 2026 at 13,589 miles. The maintenance trend remains remarkably stable, with no recorded defects or advisories appearing across the last five testing cycles. This suggests the vehicle has operated without significant mechanical failure or structural degradation during its documented history. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-four-year-old, averaging approximately 566 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of inactivity between March 2019 and October 2021, where the car covered only six miles in over two years. Since 2021, usage has increased slightly, covering 1,277 miles in the five years between the 2021 and 2026 tests. This low-frequency use indicates the vehicle has likely sat stationary for long periods, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Despite the lack of recorded faults, a buyer must inspect the vehicle for issues associated with long-term storage. Physical inspection should check for perished sidewalls, dry tyres, and cracked wiper blades, which degrade regardless of mileage. The buyer should verify the brake system for seized calipers or rusted discs, as stationary vehicles often suffer from internal brake corrosion. Additionally, the structural integrity of the chassis should be checked around the sills and wheel arches for surface rust, as age-related oxidation is a risk that low mileage alone does not prevent.