2009 Nissan Micra 1.2L Petrol · YX59 VCZ

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test in November 2025 at 36,610 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, mirroring the results of previous years. Following a single failure in September 2022, the car has consistently met MOT standards without advisories, suggesting that previous issues were addressed and have not recurred. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,154 miles per year. Between November 2023 and November 2025, the car covered only 5,064 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of stationary storage. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, the low usage often introduces risks related to age-related degradation rather than mileage mileage. The gap between the September 2022 and November 2023 tests shows a slight irregularity in scheduling, but the vehicle remained compliant throughout that period. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related decay in rubber components. Suspension bushes, engine mounts, and tyre sidewalls perish and crack when a vehicle sits for long periods, regardless of the distance driven. The braking system requires a check for seized calipers or rusted discs which are common on low-mileage cars. Additionally, a thorough check of the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches is necessary, as older Nissan Micras are prone to corrosion that may not always manifest during a standard MOT test until it becomes significant.