2011 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · YS60 MLK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a recent history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 29 January 2026 at 67,745 miles resulted with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of consistent performance after a single failure in early 2023, indicating that the current owner is proactive in addressing mechanical requirements and that the vehicle currently meets all UK road safety standards without outstanding faults. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2026, the car covered 7,922 miles, which suggests consistent short-distance urban use rather than high-speed motorway commuting. This low-mileage usage typically implies less wear on drivetrain components, engine internals, and braking surfaces. However, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components or fluid breakdown, which are not always captured by mileage alone. Despite the clean recent records, a buyer must perform a physical inspection for structural corrosion common to this generation of Micra. Low-mileage cars often sit in environments where moisture can accumulate in the sills, wheel arches, and underbody, leading to hidden rust. The buyer should also scrutinise the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these materials age over time regardless of how few miles are driven. Checking the brake calipers for seizing or pitted discs is also advisable given the infrequent use which can prevent the surfaces from clearing clean through friction.